TechniSat TECHNIRADIO SOLAR, Instruction Manual

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> Do not place any heavy objects on the device.
> If you move the device from a cold environment to a hot environment,
moisture could accumulate inside the device. In this case, wait approximately
one hour before putting it into operation.
> Lay the USB cable in such a way that nobody can trip over it.
> Make sure that the USB cable is always easily accessible so you can quickly
disconnect the device from the power supply!
> In the event of a malfunction or the detection of smoke or odour from the
housing, remove the plug from the power outlet immediately.
> Excessive volume, in particular when using headphones, can damage hearing.
> To extend the battery life, place the device with the solar panel in the sun and
watch out for direct sunlight.
5 Description of the TECHNIRADIO SOLAR
5.1 Scope of delivery
Before start-up, please check whether everything has been delivered.
1 x TECHNIRADIO SOLAR
1 x micro USB cable
1 x instruction manual
5.2 Special features of the TECHNIRADIO SOLAR
The TECHNIRADIO SOLAR is comprised of a DAB+/FM receiver with the following
functions:
- You can store up to 20 DAB+ and 20 FM stations.
- The radio receives on the FM 87.5–108 MHz (analogue) frequencies and
DAB+ 174.9–239.2 MHz (digital).
- Internal battery that can be charged using any 5V USB port.
- The battery life can be extended via the built-in solar panel.
5.3 Preparing the TECHNIRADIO SOLAR for operation
5.3.1 Aligning the telescopic antenna
The number and quality of the stations to be received depend on the reception
conditions at the installation location. Excellent reception can be achieved with the
telescopic antenna.
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Pull out the telescopic antenna.
The exact alignment of the telescopic antenna is often important, in particular
on the outskirts of the DAB+ reception area. On the Internet you can quickly
locate the location of the nearest transmission tower by visiting
" www.dabplus.de ".
Start the first scan at a window in the direction of the transmission mast.