radio
Radio interference
Solo Mini is an audio device containing 
microprocessors and other digital electronics. 
It has been designed to very high standards of 
electromagnetic compatibility.
If Solo Mini causes interference to radio or television 
reception (which can be determined by switching 
Solo Mini off and on), the following measures should 
be taken:
<  Re-orient the receiving antenna or route the 
antenna cable of the affected receiver as far as 
possible from Solo Mini and its cabling.
<  Relocate the receiver with respect to Solo 
Mini.
<  Connect the receiver and Solo Mini to 
different mains outlets.
If the problem persists, please contact your Arcam 
dealer.
Which radio aerial?
Your Solo Mini is capable of superb radio reception, but 
only if it is receiving a good quality transmission signal.
Solo Mini is fitted with an AM/FM receiver module and 
an optional DAB receiver, depending on the region 
where it was sold. The type of aerial you need depends 
on your listening preferences and the local conditions.
Try the aerials supplied with your unit. If you are in a 
medium to strong signal area, these should be adequate 
for good reception; if not, you should contact your local 
Arcam dealer or an aerial installation expert for advice.
DAB
If the transmission signal is reasonably strong in your 
area then the supplied telescopic aerial should be all you 
need. When installed and receiving DAB, check the signal 
strength by pressing the remote control’s INFO button 
until the signal bar graph is displayed.
1.  Attach the telescopic aerial to the screw connector 
labelled ‘DAB’ on the rear of the unit.
2.  With the aerial pointing upwards, fasten the screw 
no more than finger-tight (do not use a spanner or 
wrench).
3.  Adjust the length of the aerial for optimum 
reception. A fully extended aerial is likely to be best 
for Band III transmissions. You may find that that a 
short extension is best for L-Band transmissions.
In weak signal areas, a high-gain, externally-mounted or 
roof-mounted aerial is desirable in order to receive the 
highest number of services.
In Band III transmission areas (such as the UK), use a 
multi-element Yagi aerial with the elements mounted 
vertically, as the transmissions are vertically polarised. 
If you are close to more than one transmitter, use an 
omnidirectional or folded dipole aerial.
If the DAB services in your area are transmitted on 
L-band, then ask your dealer for advice for the best aerial 
to use.