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section of these instructions,  or online at 

www.argos-support.co.uk 

If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 

0345 600 3021

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Setting the time manually

The factory reset function can ONLY be activated from DAB or FM mode.

You can set the time manually if the radio signal is not strong enough to set automatically.

1. 

Press the MENU button on the remote or press and hold the MENU/INFO button on 
the micro system.

2. 

When the ‘FULL SCAN’ option appears (DAB mode) or ‘SCAN SETTING’ (FM mode) 
press either   TUNE or TUNE   buttons on the remote or 

 / 

 buttons on the 

micro system and locate ‘SYSTEM’, press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR/
ENTER on the micro system.

3. 

Use the   TUNE or TUNE   buttons on the remote or 

 / 

 buttons on the micro 

system to find ‘TIME’ and press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR/ENTER 
on the micro system.

4. 

From this menu there are multiple options :- SET TIME/DATE, AUTO UPDATE, SET 
12/24 HOUR & SET DATE FORMAT. Select one and press the ENTER button on the 
remote or UNPAIR/ENTER on the micro system.

SET TIME

1. 

Use the   TUNE / TUNE   buttons on the remote or 

 / 

 buttons on the micro 

system to adjust the digits and the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR/ENTER on 
the micro system to skip to the next setting.

2. 

Use the same buttons from step 1 (above) to set the time and then the date.

3. 

Press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR/ENTER on the micro system when 
complete to store the settings.

Summary of Contents for CMC1113DABBT

Page 1: ...Instruction manual CMC1113DABBT ...

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 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 call one of ...

Page 3: ...Accessories 12 Features 13 Removable stand 16 Installing the batteries in the remote control 18 Connecting the mains power cable 18 Audio in input connection 19 Standby mode 20 Switching input modes 20 Volume function 20 Mute function 20 Bass Treble adjustment 21 X Bass function 21 EQ function 21 Sleep timer 21 Using your Micro System Inserting a CD MP3CD 24 Playing a CD MP3CD 24 Skipping tracks o...

Page 4: ...ation 28 FM scan modes 28 Storing station presets 29 Recalling station presets 29 Stereo Mono mode 30 FM display modes 30 Getting started with DAB 31 Listening to the stored DAB stations 31 DAB display modes 32 Performing a DAB station scan 33 Manual DAB tuning 33 Pruning DAB stations 34 DRC Dynamic Range Control 34 Playing MP3 s from a USB source 35 USB MP3 information 35 Skipping MP3 tracks on a...

Page 5: ...B 38 Intro playback USB 38 Connecting a Bluetooth device 39 Using NFC to connect a bluetooth device 40 Controlling a connected device 41 Bluetooth notes 41 factory reset 42 Standby backlight 42 Setting the time manually 43 Other information UK mains plug information 46 Care maintenance 46 Technical specification 47 Disc handling 47 Product support Troubleshooting 50 Help and assistance 52 Disposal...

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

Page 8: ...extension cords or integral convenience receptacles Use suitable power sources Plug the product into a suitable power source as described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product The supply voltage should be the same as that indicated in the technical specifications and the appliance rating plate If the socket outlets in your home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this u...

Page 9: ...uipped with safety switches to avoid exposure when the door is open and the safety interlocks are defeated Invisible laser radiation is present when the CD Player s drawer is open and the system s interlock has failed or been defeated It is very important that you avoid direct exposure to the laser beam at all times Please do not attempt to defeat or bypass the safety switches This unit employs a ...

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Page 11: ...Getting to know your Micro System 2 ...

Page 12: ... 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 end of these instructions Accessories 1 Micro System unit 2 Remote...

Page 13: ... further assistance call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021 1 STANDBY SOURCE button 2 MENU INFO button 3 PLAY PAUSE SCAN button 4 STOP UNPAIR ENTER button 5 USB port 6 SKIP button 7 SKIP button 8 VOLUME button 9 VOLUME button 10 DISC COMPARTMENT OPEN button 11 SPEAKERS 12 DISC COMPARTMENT 13 REMOVABLE STAND 14 DISPLAY 1 2 12 11 14 11 13 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 MENU INFO SOURCE SCAN OPEN UNPAIR ENTER ...

Page 14: ...now your Micro System 14 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 AUDIO IN 15 15 16 17 18 15 KEYHOLE hanging slots 16 PIGTAIL ANTENNA 17 AUX IN SOCKET 3 5mm 18 MAINS CABLE ...

Page 15: ... flash drive PRESET Tune up and menu navigation button AUDIO IN Press to enable the audio in mode OPEN CLOSE Press to eject or close the disc compartment BLUETOOTH Press to enable Bluetooth mode SCAN Press to perform a station scan FM DAB ENTER Press select menu options TUNE Tune up and menu navigation button EQ Press to cycle EQ sound modes INTRO Press to playback the first 10 seconds off all tra...

Page 16: ...ooting Removable stand The stand is removable should you wish to wall mount the micro system Removing the stand 1 Disconnect the micro system from the mains power 2 Turn the unit upside down with the disc compartment facing you 3 Press the two tabs marked with an arrow towards you and upwards As you do this push the stand upwards away from you to release the locking mechanism Fig 1 4 The stand wil...

Page 17: ...our experts on 0345 600 3021 Removable stand Replacing the stand 1 Disconnect the micro system from the mains power 2 Turn the unit upside down with the disc compartment facing you 3 Place the stand with the sloped edge facing you over the two cut outs and lower the four hook shaped prongs into the four deeper cut outs and press down Fig 3 4 When seated push the stand towards you to lock the stand...

Page 18: ...cover Fig 5 2 Insert two AAA LR3 battery taking care that the battery direction matches the printed directions inside the battery compartment Fig 6 3 Replace the battery compartment cover Dispose of used batteries with regards 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 rem...

Page 19: ...onnect a device to the AUX IN socket 17 1 Connect one end of the 3 5mm audio cable to the AUX IN input socket 17 on rear of the unit Fig 7 Connect the other end to an earphone or line out socket on the audio device such as an MP3 player 2 Switch to AUDIO IN mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the micro system or press the AUDIO IN button on the remote 3 Press PLAY on the audio device 4 Adjust th...

Page 20: ...w instructions to switch between CD DAB FM AUX IN USB BLUETOOTH input modes Press the SOURCE button on the micro system 1 or remote control repeatedly to cycle between CD FM AUDIO IN BLUETOOTH input modes Press the relevant button on the remote to select the input mode you require Press the FM DAB button to switch to DAB mode Press once more to switch to FM mode Volume function 1 Press the VOLUME ...

Page 21: ...s function Enabling the X Bass function adds more emphasis to the bass output 1 Press the X BASS button on the remote control to enable the function 2 Press the X BASS button once more to disable the function EQ function Enabling the EQ function applies various equaliser presets to the sound output to better match the style of audio you are listening to Press the EQ button on the remote control re...

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Page 23: ...Using your Micro System 3 ...

Page 24: ...s fully to the left insert a disc onto the spindle label facing outwards Fig 8 2 Press the OPEN CLOSE button 10 once more to close the drawer 3 When the door is closed READING will appear on the display as the unit detects compatible audio tracks Playing a CD MP3CD 1 After loading a CD in the steps above the disc will be read and playback will begin automatically from track 01 2 To stop playback p...

Page 25: ...rol 2 To fast rewind a track during playback press and hold on the micro system or remote control Programmed playback CD 1 Press the STOP button 4 to stop playback if required 2 Press the MEMORY button on the remote control You will see the below options appear on the display Fig 9 3 Use the buttons to select the track you d like as track 01 4 Press the MEMORY button to proceed to programming the ...

Page 26: ...CD 1 During playback press the REPEAT button on the remote control to repeat the current track Fig 10 2 Press the REPEAT button again to repeat all tracks on the disc Fig 11 3 To cancel the repeat function press the REPEAT button once more Numeric buttons While listening to a CD a specific track number can be played by pressing the relative digit on the number buttons Track 02 Press 2 Track 12 Pre...

Page 27: ...5 600 3021 Random playback MP3CD Follow the below insructions to playback all tracks on a CD in a random order 1 During playback pess the RANDOM button on the remote control to begin random playback Fig 12 2 Press the RANDOM button again to cancel random playback Intro playback MP3CD 1 Press the INTRO button during playback to play the first 10 seconds of all tracks on the disc Fig 12 RANDOM CD T ...

Page 28: ...on the remote or buttons on the micro system do not press hold to jump 0 05 MHz up or down 3 Alternatively press the SCAN button on the remote to begin scanning up the frequency range When a station is located playback will begin automatically FM scan modes Scan modes determine how strong an FM signal needs to be to be accepted as a potential radio station when scanning 1 Press the MENU button on ...

Page 29: ... remote or buttons on the micro system to select the preset number from 1 10 you wish to use Then press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system to store 4 When stored the display will show PRESET X STORED Once a station is saved to a preset you will no longer see EMPTY when pressing and holding the MEMORY button instead the station name or frequency will appear Recalling...

Page 30: ...isplay modes Every time you press the INFO button on the remote control the display will cycle through the following display modes Radio text Broadcasters can include a scrolling text that displays information about the current program If radio text is not available then the display will show NO TEXT Program type This describes the Style or genre of music that is being broadcast e g Rock or Classi...

Page 31: ...stations You will see SCANNING 0 appear on the display until stations are located and then the 0 will change to the amount of stations found Fig 15 When located the first alphanumerical station will begin playback while the other stations are stored If no stations where located during the scan relocate the unit extend the antenna fully and read the Performing a DAB station scan section Listening t...

Page 32: ... This option will display a bar indicating the signal strength Program type This describes the Style or genre of music that is being broadcast e g Rock or Classical Ensemble Multiplex group name A multiplex ensemble is a collection of radio stations that are bundled and transmitted on one frequency There are national and local multiplexes Local ones contain stations that are specific to that area ...

Page 33: ...scan Manual DAB tuning As well as an auto tune function you can manually tune the receiver This can help when aligning your aerial or when adding stations that were missed while auto tuning 1 Press the MENU button on the remote or press and hold the MENU INFO button on the micro system 2 When the FULL SCAN option appears press either TUNE or TUNE buttons on the remote or buttons on the micro syste...

Page 34: ...em 3 Use the TUNE or TUNE buttons on the remote or buttons on the micro system to select YES and press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system DRC Dynamic range control This function causes the radio to reduce the dynamic range of the audio signal The purpose of this is to adapt the dynamic range of the audio signal to listening in a noisy environment This is not availab...

Page 35: ...efer to page 20 Fig 16 2 The unit will scan the USB flash drive and display the total number of tracks found on the drive Playback of track 01 will begin automatically Tracks inside folders are listed as part of the total number of tracks USB MP3 information Do not remove the USB device during playback Max 999 tracks and 99 folders can be recognised USB flash drive format FAT 16 32 only USB readin...

Page 36: ...o system or remote control Programmed playback USB MP3CD 1 Press the STOP button 4 to stop playback if required 2 Press the MEMORY button on the remote control You will see the below options appear on the display Fig 17 3 Use the FOLDER buttons on the remote control to select the folder that track 01 resides in Press the MEMORY button to proceed to the next step 4 Use the buttons to select the tra...

Page 37: ...trol to repeat the current track Fig 18 2 Press the REPEAT button again to repeat all tracks in the current folder Fig 19 3 Press the REPEAT button again to repeat all tracks on the flash drive Fig 20 4 To cancel the repeat function press the REPEAT button once more Numeric buttons During playback a specific track number can be played by pressing the relative digit on the number buttons Track 02 P...

Page 38: ...ng Random playback USB Follow the below insructions to playback all tracks on a USB flash drive in a random order 1 During playback pess the RANDOM button on the remote control to begin random playback Fig 21 2 Press the RANDOM button again to cancel random playback Intro playback USB 1 Press the INTRO button during playback to play the first 10 seconds of all tracks on the USB flash drive Fig 21 ...

Page 39: ...lable list 4 Select and enable pairing for the CMC1113DABBT device If prompted for a password enter 0000 5 If pairing is successful the micro system will play a melody and the BT LINK text will stop flashing If you turn off either device before pairing is complete the process will need to be repeated when powered ON again 6 If the connected device goes out of range the micro system will attempt to...

Page 40: ...he NFC logo on the front of the micro system with the NFC hotspot on your compatible audio device 1 Enable NFC on your audio device such as a mobile phone 2 Touch the NFC hot spot on your audio device to the NFC logo on the front of the micro system You may need to move the device around slightly to hit the exact contact point 3 When the connection is made a melody is played and the BT LINK text o...

Page 41: ... the micro system or remote when pressed will begin playback of the selected track on the audio device Press again to pause playback 2 To skip to the next track press 7 on the micro system or on the remote control 3 To skip to the previous track press 6 on the micro system or on the remote control All other general audio functions such as MUTE TONE EQ VOLUME work as described earlier in this manua...

Page 42: ...ars DAB mode or SCAN SETTING FM mode press either TUNE or TUNE buttons on the remote or buttons on the micro system and locate SYSTEM press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system 3 Use the TUNE or TUNE buttons on the remote or buttons on the micro system to find FACTORY RESET and press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system 4 Use the TUNE or ...

Page 43: ...o system and locate SYSTEM press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system 3 Use the TUNE or TUNE buttons on the remote or buttons on the micro system to find TIME and press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system 4 From this menu there are multiple options SET TIME DATE AUTO UPDATE SET 12 24 HOUR SET DATE FORMAT Select one and press the ENTER bu...

Page 44: ...t set the clock automatically and uses the manual time as described above 2 Press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system to store the setting SET 12 24 HOUR Select how the clock is displayed 1 Use the TUNE TUNE buttons on the remote or buttons on the micro system to select from 12 or 24 hours 2 Press the ENTER button on the remote or UNPAIR ENTER on the micro system to ...

Page 45: ...Other information 4 ...

Page 46: ...d in accordance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE Under no circumstances should the Neutral or Live wires be connected to the E Earth terminal Care maintenance After using the Micro System Set to Standby Switch the unit off at the mains and unplug it if you are leaving it unattended for a long period holidays etc Avoid leaving the batteries fitted in the remote control if you leave t...

Page 47: ...attach paper or tape to disc Fig 22 Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration Wipe the disc from the centre outwards with a soft cloth Always keep the disc clean Fig 23 If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and finish with a dry cloth Fig 23 Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner benzene co...

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Page 50: ...o low Increase the volume Increase the output volume of the AUDIO IN BT source Sound is distorted Sound is distorted from AUDIO IN BT input Volume is too high AUDIO IN BT source volume is too high Reduce the volume Reduce the output volume of the AUDIO IN BT source Unable to Play CD No disc in the tray Disc not loaded properly Disc is dirty Insert a compatible disc Check the disc loaded Clean the ...

Page 51: ...ormat only Replace the USB device Bluetooth sound is interrupted or distorted The unit is near to a device that generates electromagnetic radiation Obstacle s between the unit and the Bluetooth audio source device Relocate the unit away from the electromagnetic radiation source Remove obsticles Remote control not working The battery is exhausted An object is blocking the path to the IR sensor Batt...

Page 52: ...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 for de...

Page 53: ...ur local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks is under license This product is intended for use within the UK This eq...

Page 54: ...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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