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Roberts Play - User Manual

Roberts Play
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DAB / DAB+ / FM RDS digital radio with built-in battery charger
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Summary

Front Panel Controls

Navigation and Station Selection

Controls for changing bands, tuning, selecting stations, and recalling presets.

Power and Volume Adjustment

Buttons for turning the radio on/off and adjusting audio volume.

Display and Indicators

Information screen and battery status light.

Back Panel Controls

Battery Compartment and Lock

Location for batteries and the lock switch for transport.

Aerial and Ports

Telescopic aerial and connection sockets for USB, headphones, and power.

Battery Operation with Alkaline Batteries

Inserting Alkaline Batteries

Step-by-step guide to installing AA alkaline batteries correctly.

Battery Usage Warnings

Important notes on battery switch setting, exhaustion, and storage.

Battery Operation with Rechargeable Batteries

Charging Rechargeable Batteries

Steps for inserting and charging NiMH rechargeable batteries.

Rechargeable Battery Precautions

Notes on battery switch, exhaustion, and disposal.

Using the AC Adaptor

Connecting to Mains Power

Instructions for connecting the radio to a mains socket.

Lock Switch Operation

Engaging and Disengaging Lock

How to use the lock switch to prevent accidental operation.

Operating Your Radio (DAB Mode)

Initial DAB Station Scan

How the radio scans for DAB stations on first use.

Station Reception Issues

Advice on relocating the radio for better signal reception.

Selecting a Station (DAB)

Manual Station Selection

Steps to tune and select a DAB station from the list.

Secondary Services (DAB)

Accessing Secondary Stations

How to find and select secondary services associated with a station.

DAB Display Options

Cycling Through Display Modes

How to use the Info button to view different station details.

Finding New DAB Stations

Performing an Auto Tune Scan

Using the Auto Tune button to rescan for available DAB stations.

Autoselect Function (DAB)

Enabling and Disabling Autoselect

Setting the radio to automatically select stations.

Manual Tuning (DAB)

Tuning to Specific DAB Channels

Using manual tuning to select DAB channels by frequency.

Dynamic Range Control (DRC) - DAB

Adjusting DRC Settings

How to adjust DRC levels for better sound in noisy environments.

Pruning DAB Stations

Removing Unavailable Stations

Deleting stations that are no longer available from the list.

Operating Your Radio (FM Mode)

Automatic FM Station Scanning

How to scan for FM stations automatically.

FM Reception Issues

Tips for improving FM reception and reducing hiss.

Manual Tuning (FM)

Tuning to Specific FM Frequencies

Step-by-step guide to manual FM tuning.

FM Display Options

Viewing FM Station Information

How to cycle through display modes for FM stations.

Stereo;Mono Setting (FM, Headphones)

Switching Between Stereo and Mono

How to adjust audio mode for better reception with headphones.

FM Scan Sensitivity

Selecting Local or Distant Scan

Adjusting scan sensitivity to find local or distant FM stations.

Presetting Stations (DAB & FM)

Storing Favourite Stations

How to save and store stations to preset memory slots.

Recalling Preset Stations (DAB & FM)

Accessing Stored Stations

How to tune into stations saved in the preset memory.

Software Version Information

Viewing Software Details

How to check the current software version of the radio.

Language Settings

Changing the Display Language

Procedure to select the desired language for the radio interface.

System Reset Procedure

Performing a Factory Reset

Steps to reset the radio to factory default settings.

Headphone Socket

Connecting Headphones

Information about the 3.5mm headphone jack and its use.

Display Backlight Behavior

Backlight Operation Modes

How the backlight functions on battery and mains power.

USB Socket for Software Upgrades

Updating Radio Software

Information on obtaining software updates from the website.

Battery Advice and Warnings

Battery Type Selection and Mixing

Guidance on choosing and not mixing battery types (Alkaline, NiMH).

Battery Handling Precautions

Warnings against mixing old/new batteries, leakage, and disposal.

Rechargeable Battery Usage

Charging and Performance Recommendations

Advice on quality, capacity, charging, and discharging rechargeable batteries.

Battery Status and Charging

Battery Light Indicators

Explanation of the battery light when using battery power.

Rechargeable Battery Charging Behaviour

How charging behaves when the radio is on or off.

Safety Guidelines for Battery Use

General Battery Handling and Safety

Crucial safety instructions for preventing injury and damage from batteries.

General Precautions and Usage

Environmental and Placement Warnings

Advice on avoiding water, heat, and ensuring ventilation.

Operating Environment Recommendations

Tips on temperature, flames, and avoiding covering the product.

Product Specifications and Features

Power, Battery Life, Coverage, and Components

Details on power, battery life, frequency, speaker, output, and aerial.

Guarantee Information

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

Details on the 12-month warranty, what is covered, and what is not.

Making a Guarantee Claim

Procedure for claiming warranty service through the dealer or service department.

Service and Contact Information

Technical Support Details

Contact address, phone number, and website for technical assistance.

Roberts Play Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePortable Radio
DAB/DAB+Yes
FMYes
DisplayLCD
Headphone JackYes
BluetoothNo
FM Frequency Range87.5 - 108MHz
DAB Frequency Range174 - 240MHz
Speaker Output1W
Headphone Socket3.5mm
Power SourceMains / Battery
Battery Type4 x AA
Presets10

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