Radio Shack 12-1686 User's Manual
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1. 9 Storing Your Remote Control 9 The Basics 10 Setting the Clock 10 Saving Preset Stations 10 Beyond the Basics 11 Multicast Channels 11 System Delay 11 FAQ 12 Important Safety Instructions 13 RF Emissions Information 14 Limited 90 day Warranty 14 2 3 How HD Radio works HD Radio produces a smooth natural response and room lling sound that belies its compact size HD Radio stations can broadcast data artist and song information weather traf c and more and multiple channels at their same familiar position on the radio dial 1 The digital signal is compressed using HD Radio compression technology 2 Stations bundle both analog and digital audio signals and the combined analog and digital signals are t2. 300 RadioShack Circle Fort Worth TX 76102 04 04 12 1686 07A06 Printed in China This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment of and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dif erent from the device Consult your local RadioShack or an experienced radio TV technician for help If you cannot eliminate the interference the FCC requires that you stop using your radio WARNING Changes or modif cations not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two
3. See Saving Preset Stations MUTE Press to mute the radio Press again to restore volume Number Buttons Press to select a preset freqency MODE Press once to select the source AM1 AM2 FM1 FM2 and AUX DSP Press to set audio levels Normal Classic Rock Jazz Pop 8 9 Replacing the Remote Control Battery To replace the battery use your thumb to push the battery compartment locking tab to the right and pull the compartment open Insert the battery with the positive side up and carefully close the compartment until it clicks See the diagram on the remote for more information Storing Your Remote Control To store your remote control slide it under the available tabs on the back of your radio 10 11 The Basics Setting the Clock To set your radio s clock complete the following steps 1 Turn on your radio 2 Press and hold the CLOCK button until the time display appears with the hour blinking 3 Use the TUN buttons to set the hour and press the CLOCK button The minutes value starts blinking 4 Repeat step 3 for the minutes AM PM date month and year After you set the year the radio display returns to normal with the updated date and time information Saving Preset Stations To save a frequency in your radio s memory complete the following steps 1 Press MODE to select the band AM1 AM2 FM1 FM2 2 Select the frequency 3 Press PRESET STORE 4
4. Use the CH buttons on the radio or use the number buttons on the remote control to select a preset station number 5 Press PRESET STORE to save the preset station If you don t press PRESET STORE again within a few seconds the radio returns to normal mode without saving the frequency in memory Note Your radio provides six preset positions for each band AM1 AM2 FM1 Preset station number Currently saved frequency 10 11 and FM2 for a total of 24 Beyond the Basics Multicast Channels In addition to digital sound quality HD Radio broadcasters can offer multiple programming channels simultaneously using their existing frequency on the radio dial These additional channels can offer expanded news talk and music formats When your radio tunes in the HD channel if a number appears on the right side of the station frequency for example 89 3 1 this indicates the existence of multicast services Use the TUNE to select a multicast channel for the frequency System Delay Digital systems inherently produce an audio delay To overcome this delay HD Radio uses a station s analog signal to enable fast tuning of an AM or FM station After approximately 5 seconds the audio from the analog signal changes to digital HD Radio If the radio station has implemented the HD Radio broadcast correctly the blend is smooth However if the station has not you will experience a skip in content of up to 5 seconds
5. conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada RF EMISSIONS INFORMATION LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Actual product may vary from images contained in this document
6. Please read this user s guide before installing setting up or using your new HD Radio Thank you for purchasing this Accurian HD Radio Your HD Radio plays your favorite programming plus new expanding choices and amazing clarity It enhances audio delity for both AM and FM bands providing digital quality sound and simple operation in a compact tabletop stereo radio AM sounds more like current FM and FM has CD like audio quality virtually eliminating the static hiss pops and fades of today s analog radios HD Radio 12 1686 WHAT s INCLUDED HD Radio Remote Control User s Guide FM Antenna AM Antenna Power Supply and AC Cord User s Guide 2 3 Content How HD Radio works 3 Quick Start 4 Connecting Your Radio 4 Cable Radio Signals 4 Connecting Headphones 5 Your Radio Controls 5 Your Radio Display 6 Your Remote Control 8 Replacing the Remote Control Battery
7. er supply and then plug the AC plug into the wall outlet AM Antenna Press down the two spring terminals connect the AM antenna wires and position the antenna for the best reception 4 5 Connecting Headphones Insert the headphones plug into the stereo minijack on the front of the radio Connecting headphones mutes the speakers Note The headphone jack can be used as stereo output to another system Your Radio Controls Headphones POWER Press to turn the radio on or off MODE VOLUME Press once to select the source AM1 AM2 FM1 FM2 andAUX IN Turn to adjust the volume CH Press to select a preset freqency DSP Press to set equalizer levels Normal Classic Rock Jazz Pop CLOCK Press to toggle between station information and date time information Hold to set the time and date PRESET STORE Lets you save stations in the radio memory See Saving Preset Stations TUN Press to tune a station up or down incrementally Hold down to search for a freqency up or down 6 7 Your Radio Display Your HD Radio s display provides valuable information to help you access the radio s many features and functions LINKING Appears as the radio accesses the HD broadcast for a selected HD radio station 2 or higher VOLUME As you adjust the volume the Volume bar appears at the bottom of the radio s display HD Indicates HD radio broadcasts The icon blinks u
8. for a 2 or higher channel This is not an issue with your HD Radio This is an HD Radio broadcaster s implementation issue which should be corrected by the station over time Today s analog is only present on the main channel Should you tune directly to a station s multicast channel the HD Radio Tabletop will delay playing audio or content for up to 5 seconds This is normal operation 12 13 FAQ Why does my audio quality change after a few seconds on some HD Radio stations and on some other stations skip when I rst tune in HD Radio stations blend analog signals to digital HD Radio The blend is typically smooth but in some cases the audio quality can take a few seconds to reach enhanced digital levels This is not an issue with your HD Radio This is an HD Radio broadcaster s implementation issue which the station should correct over time What can I do if I my audio is unclear or I don t hear any audio If your radio audio is unclear or you don t hear any audio you may be experiencing one of the following conditions Is the radio muted If so unmute the radio or turn up the volume Is the radio in AUX mode If so your auxiliary device may not be sending audio signals or may not be correctly connected Is anything plugged into the headphone jack If so unplug it Check all connections including power and antenna Is the signal too weak If so tune to a stronger station or re
9. ning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to quali ed service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as the power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 14 Maintain a minimum distance of 2 50mm around the front rear and sides of the apparatus for suf cient ventilation The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings or placing on or around the apparatus items such as newspapers table cloths curtains etc 15 No open ame sources such as lit candles should be placed on the apparatus 16 The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing No objects lled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the apparatus 2006 RadioShack Inc All rights reserved Accurian is a trademark used by RadioShack HD Radio is a registered trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety 90 days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers For complete warranty details and exclusions check with your local RadioShack store RadioShack Customer Relations
10. ntil the signal is tuned in MUTE Indicates when the radio is muted Signal Strength Indicates the strength of the incoming radio signal Better signal strength will produce better sound quality MODE Indicates the radio s DSP Digital Signal Processing setting Station Song Data Displays the current station s call letters artist name and song title If song data are unavailable the time and date appear Band Displays the radio s band setting AM1 AM2 FM1 FM2 or the AUX mode Frequency Displays the current station s frequency A 1 indicates a station with multicast channels 6 7 Seeking When you hold down the Tune buttons the radio scans for the next available station Mode When you change the radio s mode the station information appears or AUX IN for auxiliary input mode DSP When you set the equalizer levels the following icons appear in the radio display 8 9 Your Remote Control To use your remote control the rst time pull the plastic tab out of the battery compartment Your remote control helps you access your radio s features from a distance CLOCK Press to toggle between station information and date time information Hold to set the time and date Power Press to turn the radio on or off VOLUME Press to adjust the volume TUNE UP DOWN Press to tune a freqency PRESET STORE Lets you save stations in the radio memory
11. position your radio and or antenna If you are using an antenna other than the one supplied make sure the antenna supports FM reception If the antenna uses an FM trap make sure the FM trap is off Note If you are using an ampli ed antenna with adjustable gain turn down the gain all the way and adjust slowly upward 12 13 Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including ampli ers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not t into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories speci ed by the manufacturer 12 Unplug this apparatus during light
12. ransmitted The signal will be compatible with both HD Radio receivers and analog radios HD Radio receivers are designed to reduce static hiss pops and fades by sorting through re ected signals and multi path distortion Multi path distorition is the most common form of interference and occurs when part of a signal bounces off an object and arrives at the receiver at a different time than the main signal To learn more about HD Radio technology and to nd HD Radio Stations visit www hdradio com 4 5 Quick Start Connecting Your Radio To avoid interference keep the power supply away from the radio while in use Cable Radio Signals The Radio s FM antenna connector is a standard F connector and will accept cable FM feeds from most cable systems that provide FM programming To connect your radio to the FM signal from some cable TV providers contact your cable TV provider for assistance The installation must include a splitter that lters the signal to prevent any re emission of the RF spectrum through the radio so only the FM band not the cable TV signal is transmitted to the Radio HD signals are not currently rebroadcast via cable providers FM ANT Connect FM antenna Use the T shaped antenna in more remote areas AUX IN Connect auxiliary devices with headphone output To listen to auxiliary devices select AUX mode DC IN Plug the power supply into the DC IN port plug the AC cord into the pow
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