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XDR-S60DBP [GB]

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Setup Menu Options

 Press MENU to enter the setup menu.

 Turn the control dial to select the desired 

menu item or setting.

 Press the dial to confirm the selection.

Example: When the DAB band is selected

BACK

To go back to the upper menu level

Press BACK.

To exit the setup menu

Press MENU again.

Sleep

The radio automatically turns off after a set 
time has elapsed.
Select the desired timer setting (minutes) 
from the following:

Off

 (deactivated)/

15 min.

/

30 min.

/

45 min.

/

 

60 min.

When the sleep timer is set, “SLEEP” lights up 
on the display.

DAB Manual Tune 

If DAB reception by auto tune is poor, try 
manual tuning.

Turn the control dial to select the desired 
DAB channel, then press the dial.

The radio starts scanning for receivable 
stations in the selected channel.

Turn the control dial to select the station 
you want to listen to, then press the dial.

Tip

The new station received by manual tuning is 
stored in the DAB station list.

Signal Level 

Displays the signal level of the DAB station 
you are listening to, ranging from 0 (no signal) 
to 100 (maximum signal).

FM Tune Mode 

Select the tuning mode for FM.

By Station List:

 You can select a desired 

station from the list of FM stations stored by 
auto tune. 

Manual Tune:

 You can manually tune to the 

desired FM frequency in 0.05 MHz steps. Turn 
the control dial to select the frequency.

Scan tuning in Manual Tune mode

Press AUTO TUNE (SCAN) to start 
scanning FM stations.

• 

To change the scanning direction, turn 
the control dial clockwise or 
counterclockwise.

• 

When a station is received, scanning 
pauses for 3 seconds.

Press the control dial or AUTO TUNE to 
stop scanning if the desired frequency is 
displayed.

Edit FM Station List 

You can edit the FM station list.

Get FM Station Name:

 Perform this when 

you want to receive RDS information such as 
station names. Select “OK” to start scanning 
for RDS data.

Notes

• 

Set “FM Tune Mode” to “By Station List” before 
you perform this operation.

• 

The currently stored RDS information will be 
cleared once scanning has started.

• 

It may take a long time to receive all the 
available RDS data.

Delete FM Station:

 You can delete any 

unwanted stations from the FM station list. 

Turn the control dial to select the station 
you want to delete, then press the dial.

Turn the control dial to select “OK”, then 
press the dial.

Add FM Station:

 When listening to a 

manually tuned station, you can add the 
station to the FM station list. Select “OK” to 
add the station to the list.

Information 

 

Displays information for the station you are 
listening to. Turn the control dial to scroll 
through the following information:

Channel:

 Channel and frequency (See the 

DAB frequency table in “Specifications.”)

Multiplex Name:

 Ensemble label (up to 

16 characters long)

Service Name:

 Station name

PTY:

 PTY label (See “PTY (programme type)” 

in “Specifications.”)

Bit Rate:

 Bit rate

Displays PTY label (see “PTY (programme 
type)”
 in “Specifications”) for the station you 
are listening to.

Note

If there is no ensemble label or no station name, 
the space for label or name will be blank. 

Time

Set Time:

 “Auto (DAB)” is set by default. This 

enables the clock to synchronize with the DAB 
data being received. Select “Manual” to set 
the clock manually using the control dial.

12H/24H:

 Select the clock display mode, 

12-hour clock or 24-hour clock.

Note

When the clock is set manually, the clock will be 
reset if the AC adaptor is unplugged and the 
batteries are removed for more than 1 minute.

Beep

Select “On” to activate the beep sound when 
you operate the radio.

Light

On:

 The backlight will be on all the time when 

the radio is powered by the AC adaptor. When 
you use the radio on batteries, the backlight 
will turn off automatically if no operation is 
performed for 30 seconds.

Auto:

 The backlight will turn off automatically 

if no operation is performed for 30 seconds.

Initialize

Select “OK” to initialize the radio to the factory 
default settings. All settings, DAB and FM 
station lists and presets will be deleted.

Specifications

About RDS Features

What is RDS? 

Introduced by the European Broadcasting 
Union (EBU) in 1987, the Radio Data System 
(RDS) allows information such as station 
names to be received via the 57 kHz sub-
carrier signal of FM broadcasts. However, the 
availability of RDS data varies depending on 
the area. It therefore may not be always be 
possible to receive RDS information.

Using the RDS functions

The radio supports the following RDS 
functions.

RDS function

Description

Station name 
display

• 

Displays the station 
name you are listening 
to.

PTY 
(programme 
type)

• 

Displays the programme 
type of the received 
programme. 

RT (radio text)

• 

Displays the free-form 
textual information.

Notes

• 

The RDS functions will not be activated if the 
FM station being received is not transmitting 
RDS data. They may also not work properly in 
areas where RDS transmissions are in the 
experimental stage.

• 

If the radio signal being received is weak, it 
may take time to receive the RDS data.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do 
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the 
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel 
only.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, 
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, 
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such 
as vases, on the apparatus.
As the main plug of AC adaptor is used to 
disconnect the AC adaptor from the mains, 
connect it to an easily accessible AC outlet. 
Should you notice an abnormality in it, 
disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power 
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the 
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned 
off.

The nameplate and important information 
concerning safety are located on the bottom 
exterior of the main unit and on the surface of 
the AC adaptor.

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 
headphones can cause hearing loss.

Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall 
not be exposed to excessive heat such as 
sunshine, fire or the like.

In case of battery leakage

If the battery fluid has leaked, do not touch the 
fluid with your bare hands.
Battery fluid may remain inside the unit. Consult 
your nearest Sony dealer.
If battery liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub 
your eyes, as blindness may occur. Quickly wash 
your eyes with plenty of clean water and 
immediately seek medical attention.
If battery liquid gets on your body or clothing, 
burns or injury may occur. Quickly wash off with 
clean water, and seek medical attention if skin 
inflammation or injuries occur.

Notice for customers: the following 
information is only applicable to equipment 
sold in countries applying EU directives

This product has been manufactured by or on 
behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan 
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries 
related to product compliance based on 
European Union legislation shall be addressed to 
the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland 
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, 
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, 
please refer to the addresses provided in the 
separate service or guarantee documents.

The validity of the CE marking is restricted to 
only those countries where it is legally enforced, 
mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic 
Area).

Precautions

• 

Operate the unit only on the power sources 
specified in “Specifications.” For battery 
operation, use three LR14 (size C) alkaline 
batteries. For AC operation, use only the 
supplied AC adaptor. Do not use any other 
type of AC adaptor.

• 

Failure to use the supplied AC adaptor may 
cause the unit to malfunction, as the polarity 
of the plugs of other manufacturers may be 
different.

• 

When operating the unit on batteries, it is 
recommended that you remove the AC 
adaptor from the wall outlet and the DC IN 5V 
jack. Disconnect the plug of the external power 
source before operating the unit.

• 

Use the unit within a temperature range of 0°C 
to 40°C. If it is used in temperatures higher 
than this range, the display may gradually turn 
black. If it is used in temperatures lower than 
this range, the display may change very slowly. 
(These irregularities will disappear and there 
will be no damage to the unit when the unit is 
used in the recommended temperature range 
again.)

• 

When connecting headphones or an external 
device to the unit, use headphones or an audio 
connection cable with a stereo (3-pole) or 
monaural (2-pole) mini plug. Sound may not 
be heard when using other types of plugs.

1 ring

2 rings

Other types of 

plugs cannot be 

used.

Compatible 

plug types

3 or more rings

Monaural* 

mini plug

Stereo mini 

plug

*  When listening to stereo sound using monaural 

headphones, you will hear sound from the left 

channel only.

• 

Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, 
direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or 
mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked 
in the sun.

• 

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the 
unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and remove 
the batteries, and have the unit checked by a 
qualified personnel before operating it any 
further.

• 

Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, 
keep personal credit cards using magnetic 
coding or spring-wound watches away from 
the unit to prevent possible damage from the 
magnetism.

• 

To clean the casing, use a soft dry cloth. Do not 
use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or 
benzine, which may damage the finish.

• 

Do not operate the unit with wet hands since it 
may cause a short circuit.

Disposal of Old Electrical & 
Electronic Equipment (Applicable 
in the European Union and other 
European countries with 
separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging 
indicates that this product shall not be treated as 
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over 
to the applicable collection point for the 
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. 
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, 
you will help prevent potential negative 
consequences for the environment and human 
health, which could otherwise be caused by 
inappropriate waste handling of this product. 
The recycling of materials will help to conserve 
natural resources. For more detailed information 
about recycling of this product, please contact 
your local Civic Office, your household waste 
disposal service or the shop where you 
purchased the product.

Europe Only

Disposal of waste batteries 
(applicable in the European 
Union and other European 
countries with separate 
collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on the packaging 
indicates that the battery provided with this 
product shall not be treated as household waste.
On certain batteries this symbol might be used 
in combination with a chemical symbol. The 
chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) 
are added if the battery contains more than 
0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring 
these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will 
help prevent potentially negative consequences 
for the environment and human health which 
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate 
waste handling of the battery. The recycling of 
the materials will help to conserve natural 
resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance 
or data integrity reasons require a permanent 
connection with an incorporated battery, this 
battery should be replaced by qualified service 
staff only. To ensure that the battery will be 
treated properly, hand over the product at 
end-of-life to the applicable collection point for 
the recycling of electrical and electronic 
equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on 
how to remove the battery from the product 
safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable 
collection point for the recycling of waste 
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of 
this product or battery, please contact your local 
Civic Office, your household waste disposal 
service or the shop where you purchased the 
product.

If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your unit, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer. 

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have 
made the following checks, consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.

Display is dim, or no indication is 

displayed.

• 

The radio is being used in extremely high or 
low temperatures or in a place with excessive 
moisture.

Very weak or interrupted sound, or 

unsatisfactory reception.

• 

If you are in a building, listen near a window.

• 

Extend the antenna and adjust the length and 
the angle for best reception.

• 

Replace all the batteries with new ones if they 
are exhausted.

• 

If a mobile phone is placed close to the radio, a 
loud noise may be heard from the radio. Keep 
the phone away from the radio.

Batteries get exhausted very quickly.

• 

Be sure to turn off the radio when not using it. 
The estimated battery life is 20 – 23 hours.  
See “Specifications” for details.

A desired station cannot be received 

when a preset button is pressed.

• 

Make sure you have selected the desired band 
(DAB or FM) before you press the preset 
button. One station for each band can be set 
to each button.

• 

You may have held down the preset button to 
which the station was preset, causing the 
station to be replaced by a new one. Preset the 
desired station again.

• 

Preset buttons cannot be used when the setup 
menu is displayed.

The preset stations may be initialized if a 
maintenance service is performed.
Please note your settings in case you need to 
preset them again.

Messages

Low Battery (flashes, and the power is 

turned off)

• 

The batteries are exhausted. Replace all the 
batteries with new ones.

No preset

• 

No station in the selected band (DAB or FM) 
has been preset to the pressed button.

No signal

• 

There is no supported DAB broadcast in your 
region.

• 

You have lost the reception of the selected 
DAB broadcast.

No station list

• 

No stations are stored in the FM station list.

Station full

• 

The list of DAB stations stored in the radio is 
full.

Station off air

• 

The selected station or service is currently not 
broadcasting.

Frequency range

  DAB (Band-III): 174.928 MHz 

 239.200 MHz

  FM: 87.5 MHz 

 108 MHz (0.05 MHz step)

Intermediate frequency

  DAB (Band-III): 2.048 MHz

  FM: 1.943 MHz

DAB (Band-III) frequency table (MHz)

Channel

Frequency

Channel

Frequency

5A

174.928

10N

210.096

5B

176.640

10B

211.648

5C

178.352

10C

213.360

5D

180.064

10D

215.072

6A

181.936

11A

216.928

6B

183.648

11N

217.088

6C

185.360

11B

218.640

6D

187.072

11C

220.352

7A

188.928

11D

222.064

7B

190.640

12A

223.936

7C

192.352

12N

224.096

7D

194.064

12B

225.648

8A

195.936

12C

227.360

8B

197.648

12D

229.072

8C

199.360

13A

230.784

8D

201.072

13B

232.496

9A

202.928

13C

234.208

9B

204.640

13D

235.776

9C

206.352

13E

237.488

9D

208.064

13F

239.200

10A

209.936

Speaker:

 Approx. 10.2 cm dia., 4 Ω, monaural

Audio power output:

 1 W

Output:

 

 (headphones) jack (ø 3.5 mm, stereo 

mini jack)

Input: 

AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm, stereo mini jack)

Power requirements:

 4.5 V DC, three LR14 (size C) 

alkaline batteries (Rechargeable batteries are 

not supported.)

External power source:

 DC IN 5 V

Battery life (JEITA)

*

1,

 *

2

 

Approx. 16 hours (DAB reception)

  Approx. 14 hours (FM reception)

  Approx. 24 hours (AUDIO IN input)

*

1

 Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and 

Information Technology Industries Association) 

standards. The actual battery life may vary 

depending on usage and circumstances.

*

2

 When listening through the speaker on Sony 

(LR14SG) alkaline batteries

Dimensions:

 Approx. 240 mm × 135 mm × 85 mm 

(W/H/D) excl. projecting parts and controls

Mass:

 Approx. 1.3 kg incl. batteries

Supplied accessories:

 AC adaptor (5 V, 2 A)

Design and specifications are subject to change 

without notice.

PTY (programme type)

This function indicates services or RDS data in 
programme type, such as News or Sports, 
transmitted in the DAB or RDS data.
If the received service or station does not 
transmit the programme type, “No PTY” appears.

Programme type

Display

No programme type

None

News

News

Current Affairs

Current Affairs

Information

Information

Sport

Sport

Education

Education

Drama

Drama

Culture

Arts

Science

Science

Varied

Talk

Pop Music

Pop Music

Rock Music

Rock Music

Easy Listening Music

Easy Listening

Light Classical

Light Classical

Serious Classical

Classical Music

Other Music

Other Music

Weather

Weather

Finance

Finance

Children’s programmes

Children’s

Social Affairs

Factual

Religion

Religion

Phone In

Phone In

Travel

Travel

Leisure

Leisure

Jazz Music

Jazz and Blues

Country Music

Country Music

National Music

National Music

Oldies Music

Oldies Music

Folk Music

Folk Music

Documentary

Documentary

Alarm Test

Alarm Test

Alarm

Alarm – Alarm !

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