CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
• Ensure the radio is turned off and unplugged from the mains before cleaning.
• Clean with a soft damp cloth.
• Only use mild detergent. Do NOT use abrasives or sharp items.
TROUBLESHOOTING
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
General
Power supply
AC 230V ~ 50Hz
Battery operation
DC 9V (6 batteries C/UM-2 1.5V)
(Batteries not included)
Power consumption
2 Watt
Dimensions
30 (L) x 8 (W) x 21 (H) cm
Weight approx.
1.8 kg (without batteries)
Radio
Frequency band
FM: 87.5-108 MHz
MW: 525-1615 kHz
LW: 148.5-283.5 kHz
Antenna
FM: telescopic antenna
MW/LW: built-in ferrite antenna
Subject to changes without prior notice.
PROBLEM
POTENTIAL CAUSE
SOLUTION
NO SOUND
Power cord not connected
Connect power cord to radio and mains
No batteries inserted
Insert batteries
Mains not switched on
Switch on at mains
Volume is too low
Increase volume
Batteries not inserted correctly
Check that batteries are inserted correctly
and that the correct polarity is observed
Batteries are exhausted
Replace or recharge batteries
POOR RECEPTION
Weak signal – MW/LW
Move the radio to a position where
reception is improved
Weak signal - FM
For FM adjust the telescopic antenna until
reception improves
Interference
Keep distance from other electrical
appliances such as TV’s, video recorders,
computers, etc
Retro Radio
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Instructions continued
Head Office:
11 Bridge Street,
Bishops Stortford CM23 2JU
Customer Services:
Tel: 0844 482 4400
Fax: 01279 756595