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Hints and Tips

If a problem occurs, it may often be due to something very minor. The

following table contains various tips.

Problem

Solution

No Sound

Adjust the volume.

Static Sound

Signal reception is too low. Adjust the aerial or

move the unit to a stronger signal location.

Sound is distorted

Volume is too high. Adjust the volume.

The unit does not

respond when

pressing any buttons

The unit may freeze up during use. Switch the

unit off and then on again at the mains socket

to reset the unit.

FM station not found

Weak signal. Search manually.

DAB station not found No DAB coverage in your area or poor

reception. Adjust the position of the aerial.

If the unit is not working properly, disconnect the power source and

then reconnect it.

Specifications

Model

KC120E

Power Adapter (Use only power adapter listed below)

Power Adapter Manufacturer

Golden Profit Electronics Ltd.

Power Adapter Model

GPE003W-060050-2

Input

AC 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz,

0.1 A

Output

6 V 500 mA

Summary of Contents for KC120E

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual KC120E DAB DAB FM Clock Radio GB ...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...n 13 Switching ON OFF 13 Selecting Modes 13 Adjusting the Volume 13 Automatically Setting the Clock 13 Setting the Time and Date 13 Setting the Daily Timer 14 Switching the Alarm Off 14 Snooze Function 15 Sleep Function 15 Displaying Backlight 16 Language 16 Factory Reset 17 Software Version 17 DAB Operation 18 DAB Auto Scan 18 Secondary Services 19 Station List 19 Station Order 19 Presetting Stat...

Page 4: ...ange Compression 21 DAB Display Modes 21 FM Operation 23 Selecting FM Mode 23 Auto Scan 23 Manual Scan 23 Scan Setting 23 Audio Setting 23 Presetting Stations 24 Recalling a Preset Station 24 FM Display Modes 25 Maintenance 25 Hints and Tips 26 Specifications 26 ...

Page 5: ...r splashing or objects filled with liquids such as vases to be placed on the equipment DON T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on or close to equipment High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with th...

Page 6: ...herwise the batteries may leak and cause damage Store unused batteries in their packaging and away from metal objects which may cause a short circuit resulting in leakage or in extreme cases fire or even an explosion Never dispose of batteries in fire as this can cause them to explode Please recycle dead batteries do not put with the normal household waste Supervise children if they are replacing ...

Page 7: ...rect sunlight and other sources of heat Attention should be drawn to the use of apparatus in moderate climates Naked Flames Never place any type of candle or naked flame on the top of or near the unit Moisture To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or product damage do not expose this unit to rain moisture dripping or splashing No objects filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on th...

Page 8: ...distorted sound Supervision Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit Never let anyone especially children push anything into the holes slots or any other openings in the case this could result in a fatal electric shock CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user ...

Page 9: ...g items are included MODE MENU VOLUME POWER TUNE SELECT Thank you for purchasing your new product We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual so that you fully understand all the operational features it offers You will also find some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for fut...

Page 10: ...DAB and FM modes Displays the main menu Exits the main menu 3 VOLUME Dial POWER Button Adjusts the volume Switches between STANDBY and ON modes 4 TUNE Dial SELECT Button Navigates the screen and adjusts certain settings Manually selects DAB stations Manually tunes FM stations Confirms selection Auto scans in FM mode 2 3 4 1 ...

Page 11: ...NOOZE DIMMER 1 DC Socket Connects the mains cable 2 Earphones Socket 3 Speaker 4 Aerial 1 SNOOZE DIMMER Button While alarm sounds press to postpone Selects display brightness level Rear View Top View 1 2 3 1 4 ...

Page 12: ...he DC Socket at the rear of the unit and then connect the mains adapter to the mains socket Make sure the mains adapter is firmly inserted into the mains socket The unit is now connected and ready to use To switch the unit off completely unplug the mains adapter from the mains socket Long term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage It is best to avoid extreme volume when using earphones e...

Page 13: ... MODE repeatedly to switch between DAB and FM modes Adjusting the Volume Turn the VOLUME dial to increase decrease the volume Automatically Setting the Clock The clock will be updated automatically if you can receive DAB FM signal in your location In order to synchronise to the current local time you must leave it on the DAB FM station for a period of time Setting the Time and Date 1 Switch on the...

Page 14: ...CROLL SELECT to confirm 4 Turn the TUNE dial to select Alarm On then press SELECT to confirm Otherwise select Alarm Off to disable the alarm 5 Turn the TUNE dial to adjust the alarm time then press SELECT to confirm 6 Turn the TUNE dial to select alarm duration 15 30 45 60 90 minutes then press SELECT to confirm 7 Turn the TUNE dial to select DAB FM or Buzz mode then press SELECT to confirm 8 Turn...

Page 15: ...ze mm ss to indicate that snooze is on Turn off the alarm by pressing POWER Sleep Function This function allows you to programme the unit to switch off by itself after a set sleep time Make sure the radio is switched on before setting the sleep time 1 To activate the sleep function press MENU to display the menu 2 Turn the TUNE dial to select Sleep then press SELECT to confirm 3 Turn the TUNE dial...

Page 16: ...e then press SELECT to confirm 3 Turn the TUNE dial to select your desired language then press SELECT to confirm 4 Press MENU to exit Factory Reset When you move the unit to another part of the country your pre tuned and stored DAB FM stations may no longer be available and you might need to reset the unit back to its original factory settings To perform a factory reset please do the following 1 P...

Page 17: ...actory reset all the tuned stations DAB FM preset stations and alarm settings will be erased Software Version 1 Press MENU to display the menu 2 Turn the TUNE dial to select SW version then press SELECT to confirm 3 The software version will show on the display 4 Press MENU to exit ...

Page 18: ... listen to press SELECT DAB Auto Scan The auto scan will search for the entire DAB Band channels After the scan has finished the first alphanumerically found station will be automatically boardcast 1 To activate auto scan press MENU to display the menu Turn the TUNE dial to select Full Scan then press SELECT to confirm 2 The display will show Scanning and a slide bar that indicates the progress of...

Page 19: ...s SELECT to confirm When the secondary service ends the unit will automatically switch back to the primary station Station List 1 Press MENU to display the menu 2 Turn the TUNE dial to select Station list then press SELECT to confirm 3 Turn the TUNE dial to select a DAB station from the list Press SELECT to confirm 4 Press MENU to exit Alternatively turn TUNE dial to directly select DAB station fr...

Page 20: ...preset station number and then press SELECT to confirm The station will be stored and the screen will then show Preset stored Recalling a Preset Station 1 Once you have saved a station you can recall it 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Turn the TUNE dial to select Preset Recall then press SELECT to confirm 4 Turn the TUNE dial to select your desired preset station number then press SELECT to con...

Page 21: ...onfirm 2 Turn the TUNE dial to select DRC high low off Press SELECT to confirm DAB Display Modes Press MENU then turn the TUNE dial to select Display followed by SELECT Turn the TUNE dial the display will switch through the following display modes The information of each display mode is displayed on the lower segment of the display Scrolling text This is a scrolling message giving real time inform...

Page 22: ...es contain stations that are specific to that area Frequency This displays the frequency of the present station such as 11C 220 352MHz Signal Quality This displays a number showing the error rate If the number is 0 it means the signal received is error free and the signal strength is strong If the error rate is high it is recommended to re orient the aerial or re position the unit Bitrate and code...

Page 23: ...essary to fine tune each station by turning TUNE repeatedly Each turn will adjust the frequency by 0 05MHz If reception is still poor adjust the position of the aerial or try moving the radio to another location Scan Setting This is a scanning option to scan all stations or just scan stations with strong signal 1 Press MENU and then turn the TUNE dial to select Scan setting Press SELECT to confirm...

Page 24: ...ke to save 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Turn the TUNE dial to select Preset Store then press SELECT to confirm 4 Turn the TUNE dial to select your desired preset station number and then press SELECT to confirm The station will be stored and the screen will then show Preset stored Recalling a Preset Station 1 Once you have saved a station you can recall it 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 T...

Page 25: ...ing information about the current programme Programme Type This describes the style or genre of the programme that is being broadcast Date This displays the current date provided automatically by the broadcaster Audio info This displays if the station being received is in mono or stereo PS Radio text Programme Type Date Audio info Maintenance Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the mains socke...

Page 26: ...buttons The unit may freeze up during use Switch the unit off and then on again at the mains socket to reset the unit FM station not found Weak signal Search manually DAB station not found No DAB coverage in your area or poor reception Adjust the position of the aerial If the unit is not working properly disconnect the power source and then reconnect it Specifications Model KC120E Power Adapter Us...

Page 27: ...witches the unit automatically into standby N A Power consumption in network standby if all wireless network ports are activated N A How to activate wireless network port N A How to deactivate wireless network port N A Radio Frequency DAB Band III 174 928 239 200 MHz FM 87 5 108 MHz Speaker Output Power 0 5 W rms Unit Dimension 172 W x 67 D x 95 H mm Net Weight 335 g Features and specifications ar...

Page 28: ...equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling please contact your local authority or where you purchased your product All trademarks are the propert...

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