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CD /DA B/F M Dig it a l Radio

&DualAlarmClock

GCDR1955DAB

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For improvement purposes, specification and design are subject to change without notice

Instruction Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Programme Play.............................. Up to 20 memories

Earphone output............................... 20mW

Power requirement............................ AC 230V

3 x AAA Battery Clock Memory

Dim ensi on.. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ..... ... .. ... ... .. .. 170(W) x195(H) x185(D)mm

Weight............................................. 1.88Kg not including battery (Main Unit)

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The Goodmans GCDR1955DAB is a CD/DAB/FM Digital Radio and Dual Alarm Clock, designed to provide a versatile audio experience with radio, CD playback, and alarm functionalities.

Function Description:

This device serves as a multi-functional audio system, combining a digital radio (DAB/FM) with a compact disc player and a dual alarm clock. It allows users to listen to their favorite radio stations, play audio CDs, and set two independent alarms to wake up to a buzzer, radio, or CD. The unit features a digital display for clock, CD track information, and radio station details.

Important Technical Specifications:

Programme Play: Up to 20 memories for programmed CD tracks.
Earphone Output: 20mW (32 Ω).
Power Requirement: AC 230V.
Clock Memory Battery: 3 x AAA batteries (for clock memory backup during power outages).
Dimensions: Approximately 170mm (W) x 195mm (H) x 185mm (D).
Weight: 1.88Kg (main unit, not including battery).
CD System: Compact disc digital audio system.
Laser Diode: Sanyo DI-3150-101, Wavelength: λ= 790 nm +/- 30 nm, Emission Duration: continuous, Laser out: <44.6μW.
D/A Conversion: 1-bit DAC 8 times oversampling.
Audio Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz (+ 1/-3 dB).
No. of Channels: 2 channels (stereo).
Radio Receiving Bands: FM/DAB.
FM Frequency Range: 87.5 - 108 MHz.
DAB Frequency Range: 174 - 240 MHz.
Power Consumption: 17W.

Usage Features:

Remote Control: The unit comes with a remote control for convenient operation, including standby, CD play/pause, FM/DAB selection, mute, skip/fast forward, select, sleep, and volume control.
Clock Setting: The clock can be set in standby mode, with separate adjustments for hour and minute digits.
Dual Alarm Function: Two independent alarms (Alarm 1 and Alarm 2) can be set. Users can choose to wake up to an electronic buzzer (green indicator), FM/DAB radio (red indicator), or CD playback (orange indicator).
Snooze Function: Allows temporary silencing of the alarm.
Automatic Alarm Repeat: Alarms automatically repeat each day as long as the alarm indicators are lit.
Volume Operation: Adjustable via the unit's buttons or remote control. A mute function is also available.
Clock Dimmer: Adjusts the brightness of the LED display between bright and dim settings.
DAB Radio:
- Auto Tune Modes: Supports "Quick scan" (UK DAB Band III channels) and "Full scan" (all DAB Band III channels).
- Manual Tuning: Allows manual selection of DAB channels and displays station group names.
- Auto Select On/Off: Toggles between automatic station selection and manual tuning.
- Presets: Stores up to 4 favorite DAB stations for quick access.
- Display Modes: Provides various information such as Ensemble/Multiplex, Signal strength, Date, DLS (Scrolling text), and Programme Type.
FM Radio:
- Auto Tuning: Automatically tunes to the nearest station.
- Auto Search Up/Down: Scans the frequency band for stations.
- Manual Tuning: Allows manual search for desired stations.
- Mono/Stereo Reception: Automatically receives stations in stereo if broadcasted strongly; can be switched to mono to reduce noise.
- Presets: Stores up to 4 favorite FM stations for quick access. Each preset can hold one DAB and one FM station.
- Display Modes: Shows RadioText, Programme Type, Signal strength, Frequency, and Audio mode.
CD Playback:
- Disc Compatibility: Plays CD-R and CD-RW discs in addition to normal CDs (note: playability of CD-R/RW discs may vary based on software and media quality).
- Track Selection: Skip to next/previous tracks, or restart the current track.
- Repeat Play: Repeats the current track or the entire disc.
- Random Play: Plays tracks in a random order.
- Program Play: Allows programming up to 20 tracks to play in a desired order.
Sleep Function: Programs the unit to switch off automatically after a set period (e.g., 90, 80, 70 minutes down to 1 minute).

Maintenance Features:

Disc Cleaning: Instructions for handling and cleaning discs using a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. Avoid benzene, thinner, and direct sunlight.
Cabinet Cleaning: Disconnect from main supply, wipe with a soft cloth moistened with a weak solution of neutral detergent and water. Avoid solvents or abrasive materials.
Lens Cleaning: Use a camera lens brush/blower for dust, or a dry cotton swab for fingerprints.
Power Failure Backup: Requires 3 x AAA batteries (not included) to maintain time and alarm settings during brief power outages. Batteries should be replaced annually.
Factory Reset: Allows resetting the radio to its original factory settings, useful when moving to a different region to rescan DAB stations. This process will erase all stored DAB & FM presets.
Troubleshooting Guide: Provides common problems and remedies, such as no sound, no DAB stations found, erroneous display information, and noisy FM reception.

Goodmans GCDR1955DAB Specifications

General

Brand	Goodmans
Model	GCDR1955DAB
Category	Dab radio
Language	English