TEAC DAB800 User manual

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DAB800
DAB+/RDS FM Clock Radio
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Please read this warranty card.
Keep your purchase receipt to enable you to proceed quickly in the event of a Warranty Service.
Warranty Terms & Conditions
1. TEAC warrants to the original retail purchaser only, that this product is free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal domestic use and authorises free service during the warranty period at any TEAC
Authorised Service Centre only. TEAC warranty only applies to products purchased, used and serviced in
Australia.
2. Subject to the terms herein, this warranty effectively covers the equipment as specified in the Warranty Periods
Table below from the date of purchase.
TEAC PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD
Plasma TV 106 cm and above 1 Year (In-Home Service/ Pick up Available)*
LCD Televisions 80 cm and above 1 Year (In-Home Service/Pick up Available)*
Televisions – 59cm and above 1 Year (In-Home Service/ Pick up Available)*
All Televisions under 59 cm 1 Year (No In-Home Service)
Digital Set Top Boxes & Module 1 Year (No In-Home Service)
VCR 1 Year (No In-Home Service)
DVD & Module 1 Year (No In-Home Service)
DVD Recorder & PVR Module 1 Year (No In-Home Service)
Audio Systems 1 Year (No In-Home Service)
3. In Home Service/Pick up* will only be provided as part of this warranty if all the following conditions are met;
a) The product as indicated in the Warranty Period Table.
b) The product is within the warranty period.
c) The product is located within the normal service area of the local TEAC Authorised Service Centre.
In any other situation or circumstance, where an In Home Service/Pick up* call is made, a service fee will be
charged by the Service Provider including a travel fee if outside normal service area.
If TEAC determines that the product is not repairable on site, TEAC can complete the repair by taking the product
to a TEAC Authorised Service Centre.
Wh
ere In-Home service/Pick up* is not available, the purchaser is required to send the product to the nearest TEAC
Authorised Service Centre for repair. In this event, a copy of this warranty card and a copy of your receipt of
purchase must be enclosed to be a valid warranty. Such equipment or part must be sent freight prepaid to your
nearest TEAC Authorised Service Centre. After the repair, the product will be available for collection by or return to
the purchaser at purchaser’s cost. The warranty does not cover freight or insurance. In all cases of transit damage or
lost, a claim must be filed against the carri
er by the purchaser, even if shipment is arranged by TEAC. TEAC in-
home service may also be available at a fee upon request.
4. Accessories, Remote, including power adaptors, AV box, TV tuners, etc, are warranted to be defect free for 1 year.
5. Replacement of spare parts under normal usage; except cabinet, front panel, knob, removable accessories, battery,
consumable, AC cord, connecting cord and other accessories, are warranted as specified in Warranty Periods Table,
and will be repaired or replaced at the sole judgement of TEAC.
6. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any cost associated with the installation, de-
installation or re-installation of a product (be it in-home or otherwise), including costs related to the mounting,
demounting
or remounting of any screen, (and any other ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting,
transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof or replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude,
any damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation, de-installation,
re-installation or transit.
7. Normal customer maintenance as described in the owner’s manual is not covered by this warranty (such as cleaning
VCR heads etc.)
8. Service will be provided only during normal business hours and under safety conditions and circumstances.
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9. This warranty does not apply to equipment showing abuse, damage or that it may have been tampered with, altered
or repaired outside any TEAC Authorised Service Centre. If so, the warranty will be void.
*Your nearest Authorised TEAC Service Centre is listed in your Owner’s Manual, please refer to TEAC
website for up to date list.
10. No one is authorised to assume any liability on behalf of TEAC or impose any obligation on it, in connection with
the sale of any equipment other than as stated in this warranty and outlined above.
11. In no event will TEAC be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages from interrupted operations or
other causes.
12. Warranty is not transferable to any subsequent purchaser if the product is sold during the warranty period.
13. LCD
dead pixel policy, please contact TEAC Customer Care Centre on 1800 656 700 for assistance.
* Extended promotional warranty may apply to certain products (for more info please contact: service@teac.com.au
)
In home service administration fee is applied after 1
st
year of warranty.
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WARRANTY PROCEDURES
Please keep this information for your own records.
Please refer to the owner’s manual to ensure that you have followed the correct installation and operating procedures.
1. Read owner’s manual carefully
2. If you require Warranty Service, please contact the TEAC Authorised Service Centre
3. Please have your purchase receipt as your proof of purchase and the following details completed for a valid
Warranty.
Owner’s Name
Owner’s Address
Postcode
Model Name/No. Serial No.
Dealer’s Name
Dealer’s Address
Postcode
4. Please ensure that your product is packed appropriately upon return to the service centre.
If you have any other queries regarding service or warranty please contact the TEAC Customer Care Centre below:
service@teac.com.au
www.teac.com.au
1800 656 700
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Safety Precautions
To achieve the utmost in enjoyment and performance, and in order to become familiar with its
features, please read this manual carefully before attempting to operate the unit, this will
assure you years of faithful, trouble free performance and listening pleasure.
Important Notes
This safety and operating instruction should be retained for future reference.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:
o Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such
as electric heaters.
o On top of other stereo equipment that radiate too much heat.
o Places blocking ventilation or dusty places.
o Places subject to constant vibration.
o Humid or moist places.
No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on or near the unit.
The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
Operate turning controls and switches as instructed in the manual.
Before turning on the power for the first time, make sure the power cord is properly
installed.
For safety reasons, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the
product. Refer any servicing to qualified personnel.
Do not attempt to remove any screws, or open the casing of the unit; there are no user
serviceable parts inside, refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK), NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Dangerous Voltages, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons is present within this products enclosure.
ATTENTION
The owners manual contains important operating and maintenance
instructions, for your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
Note: This unit will become warm when used for a long period of time. This is normal and
does not indicate a problem with the unit.
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Safety Information
Some Dos And Donts On the Safe Use Of Equipment
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards
but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and
safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-
connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or
changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of
your equipment.
DONT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DONT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DONT 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.
DONT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the
requirements of traffic safety.
DONT listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DONT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that
it is designed for unattended operation. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and
make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made
for infirm or handicapped people.
DONT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about if its working normally
or if its damaged in any way. Switch it off and withdraw the mains plug and consult your
dealer.
ESD Remark: In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge just reset the product
(reconnection of power source may be required) to resume normal operation.
NOTE: In the unlikely event of a problem with your product please contact our TEAC
Customer Care at 1800 656 700.
Table of Contents
Package Content______________________________________________________ 8
Controls Overview (a) _____________________________________________________ 9
Controls Overview (b) ____________________________________________________ 10
DAB MODE _________________________________________________________ 11
Turning on the DAB radio _________________________________________________ 11
Finding and adding new Stations ___________________________________________ 12
DAB Menu Options ______________________________________________________ 13
Manual Tune ___________________________________________________________ 14
To Show the Signal Strength in DAB mode ____________________________________ 18
How to change the Station Information ______________________________________ 18
FM MODE __________________________________________________________ 19
FM Mode General Operation ______________________________________________ 19
Setting Station Presets ____________________________________________________ 20
Selecting a Preset station _________________________________________________ 20
FM Menu Options _______________________________________________________ 21
AUX IN MODE _______________________________________________________ 23
System setup ________________________________________________________ 24
How to enter system setup ________________________________________________ 24
How to set sleep_________________________________________________________ 25
How to set Clock ________________________________________________________ 26
How to set Alarm ________________________________________________________ 29
How to set Backlight _____________________________________________________ 32
How to Factory reset _____________________________________________________ 33
How to get SW Version ___________________________________________________ 34
Specification ________________________________________________________ 35
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Package Content
Main Unit
Instruction
Menu
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Controls Overview (a)
Unit front view
Control DAB+ and DAB mode FM mode
STANDBY/ON
Press to turn on/off radio
Mode
Press to convert among DAB, FM and AUX IN mode
P1/5
Press and hold to store preset station, and press to load preset station.
(Note: for detail please refer page 17)
P2/6
P3/7
P4/8
Shift
Unique designed for store or load preset stations P5-P8
Info
Press to display queue information
Menu
Press to main menu and other options
Turning it to adjust volume level
a. Turn it to change options, press to select
b. FM Mode: press to search stations automatically
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Controls Overview (b)
Unit Back View
Socket
Headphone
Socket:
a. A 3.5mm Headphone Socket located on the rear of your radio is
provided for use with either headphones or an earpiece.
b. Inserting a plug automatically mutes the internal loudspeaker.
Line out
socket:
a. Red/Black RCA Line out sockets located on the rear of your radio is
provided for connecting the audio signal to an external amplifier.
b. Inserting a line out audio cable will not mute the internal loudspeaker.
c. Set the volume control to minimum if desired.
AUX IN
socket
a. Unique designed for connecting external audio device.
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DAB MODE
Turning on the DAB radio
1. Extend the antenna found on the top of radio, press STANDBY/ON to switch it on.
2. For initial use, radio will make a full scan, and store the stations in its memory. This will
take a while, please be patient.
Later, it will say:
@ Note: a. the DAB stations will be displayed in alphanumeric order. The first station in the list will
be selected.
b. If no DAB signal is found in your area, it may be necessary for you to relocate your radio.
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3. Turn the Scroll knob to cycle through stations list. When the desired station is display,
press the knob to select it.
4. To find and add new stations, please refer to the following instructions.
Finding and adding new Stations
@ Note: To obtain maximum performance, it is highly recommended to place unit at a place with
low interference.
1. Press MENU at first.
2. Turn the Scroll knob to < full scan >.
3. Press the Scroll knob to confirm.
Now, radio will scan all the DAB channels and add any new stations available to the
station list.
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DAB Menu Options
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Manual Tune
1. Press MENU at first.
2. Turn the Scroll knob to < Manual tune >.
3. Press the Scroll knob to confirm, the display will be show the channel number and
frequency list.
4. Turn the Scroll knob to step between the channels and press it to select the current
channel.
@ Note: If there is a multiplex corresponding to this channel and frequency, then the display will show
a tuning meter with the signal strength and the multiplex name after a few seconds.
5. Press the Scroll knob to exit this operation.
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DRC (Dynamic Range Control) value
You can set the level of the compression of stations to eliminate the differences in dynamic
range or sound level between radio stations.
@ Note: Set DRC to off indicates no compression, set DRC to low indicates little compression,
set DRC to high shows maximum compression.
1. Press MENU at first.
2. Turn the Scroll knob to <DRC>.
3. Press the Scroll knob to confirm.
4. Turn the Scroll knob to select your required option, then press this knob to select.
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To change station order
1. Press MENU at first.
2. Turn the Scroll knob to < Station order >.
3. Press the Scroll knob to confirm.
@ Note: There are two options available: Alphanumeric and Ensemble. shows the corresponding
option is currently applied.
4. Turn the Scroll knob until your required option is displayed, press it to confirm.
STATION ORDER
DESCRIPTION
Alphanumeric Display all stations in alphanumeric order.
Ensemble List active stations [ones that are currently broadcasting] before inactive ones.
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Prune order
@ Note: This operation will remove inactive stations from the station list.
1. Press MENU at first.
2. Turn the Scroll knob to < Prune >.
3. Press the Scroll knob to confirm.
4. Turn the Scroll knob to Yes, press it to confirm.
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To Show the Signal Strength in DAB mode
1. While operating in DAB mode, press INFO to display the signal strength of the current
station on the LCD.
The indicator on the signal bar shows the minimum acceptable signal level.
@ Note: Stations with signal strength below the minimum signal level will not provide a steady stream
of audio.
How to change the Station Information
l Press INFO button repeatedly to view different information while in DAB and FM
mode.
l This function is not available in Auxiliary Input mode.
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FM MODE
FM Mode General Operation
1. Power up radio, and then press Mode repeatedly until < FM Mode > appeared.
2. For initial use, it will start at the beginning of the FM frequency range (87.50MHz).
Otherwise, the last FM station you were listening will be selected.
3. You can manually change the FM frequency by 0.05MHz per step by turning the Scroll
knob.
4. To operate Auto Search function, press the Scroll knob.
@ Note: a. The display will shows that the unit is searching through the frequency range until a
station is found.
b. When unit reached the end of the frequency range, it will restart search from the
beginning of the frequency range.
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Setting Station Presets
Your radio can store up to 8 DAB and 8 FM preset stations.
To store the current station to P1-P4:
1. Press and hold one of the preset buttons until it say preset # stored.
To store the current station to P5-P8:
1. Press Shift first.
2. Press and hold one of the preset buttons until it says preset # stored.
Selecting a Preset station
To select a preset station from P1-P4:
1. Press Mode to change to your required mode, and then press relative preset button.
To select a preset station from P5-P8:
1. Press Mode to convert into relative mode.
2. Press Shift.
3. Finally, press relative preset button.
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