Roberts R979 - FM Reception and Display Options; Display Station Name; Strong Station Reception on FM

Display backlight
Pressing any of the control buttons will cause the display backlight to be
switched on for 8 seconds.
Headphones (not included)
A 3.5mm dia headphone socket [1] is provided for use with either headphones
or an earpiece. Inserting a plug into the headphone socket automatically
mutes the internal loudspeaker.
Trobleshooting
Clock will not auto set
1. Ensure that the radio is tuned to an FM station transmitting RDS data
and clock time (CT) e.g BBC Radios 1, 2, 3, or 4.
2. Repeatedly press the time button [11] until the auto set indicator
appears in the display.
3. Whilst the clock is setting the auto time set indicator will flash in
the display indicating that the radio is waiting for the RDS time signal.
The indicator will stop flashing when the time is set. If the clock
does not set within three to four minutes the radio station may not be
transmitting clock time (CT) information - try tuning to another radio
station.
RDS station name not displayed
1. Rotate the telescopic aerial until the symbol appears in
the display after a few seconds the station name should appear in the
display.
2. If this fails to cure the problem try moving the radio to a different
location or re-tuning to another radio station.
Display shows LOCKED when any button pressed
1. Pressing any of the control buttons with the safety lock switched on
will cause the display to show LOCKED. Slide the lock switch [22] up
to unlock the radio.
Display shows station name for a few seconds before returning to
clock time.
1. You can change between station name and normal time display by
repeated pressing of the display button [13].
Radio will only receive strong stations on FM
1. For normal operation set the sensitivity switch [5] to the 'dx' position.
Note : the sensitivity switch is operational on the FM band only.
If a problem persists our technical staff would be pleased to offer assistance
on operating the radio. Our technical helpline number is, 0181 758 0338.
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