MAJORITY Comberton COM-DAB-BLK Operation & User’s Manual
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Controls And Functions ���������������������������������������������� 1
What’s In The Box? ����������������������������������������������������3
Instructions Guide ���������������������������������������������������� 4
Basic Operation �������������������������������������������������������� 4
DAB / DAB+ Radio ����������������������������������������������������� 5
How to store and recall a preset DAB station ����������� 6
FM Radio ������������������������������������������������������������������� 7
Station information for DAB/DAB+ and FM Radio ��10
Clock and Date Settings ������������������������������������������� 12
Dual Alarm Setting ��������������������������������������������������� 14
Alarm Sounds and Snooze ��������������������������������������� 15
Other Functions ������������������������������������������������������� 16
Technical Specifications ������������������������������������������� 18
Warranty ����������������������������������������������������������������� 18
Troubleshooting Guide �������������������������������������������� 19
Safety Information���������������������������������������������������20
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Contents
Controls And Functions
Front View
1.
Volume -/+
2.
Standby
3.
Mode
4.
Scan
5.
Info/Menu
6.
Preset
7.
Alarm
8.
Snooze
9.
Tune +/-/Enter
11. USB Power Supply Port
12. Earphone Jack
13. Antenna
14. Battery Compartment
15. Display Screen
Controls And Functions
What’s In The Box?
1. Majority Comberton DAB / DAB+ / FM / Radio Clock
2. UK Standard Plug DC 5V, 2A Power Supply
3. User Guide
Please note all (Ref.) refer to Page 1 Controls and Functions mapping guide.
Basic Operation
Instructions Guide
Instructions Guide
Plug the connector into the back of the system labelled USB
(Ref.11) and the power supply into the mains.
Ensure the antenna (Ref.13) is extended as far as possible so that
you can rotate it. This will enable you to get the best signal you
can. Switch the button on the rear of the unit to “On” (Ref.10).
Press the ‘Standby’ button to turn the unit on (Ref.2). It will
automatically take you to DAB radio mode or the previous mode
you were using. When DAB Radio is activated for the first time,
it will automatically start scanning and storing all stations that
have a good signal. If scanning does not automatically start
press the ‘Scan’ Button (Ref.4). To scroll through the stations, use
the ‘Tune +/- /Enter’ button (Ref.9). Press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9)
to listen to a station.
To change the mode, press the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.3). This will
switch between DAB Radio and FM Radio.
The display screen will dim automatically after 10 seconds if left
in standby or working mode.
Standby
To place the music system in standby, press the ‘Standby’
button (Ref.2). To turn off fully, switch it off at the back of the
unit (Ref.10) and at the mains. The cord must be out of reach of
children.
DAB / DAB+ Radio
Instructions Guide
Press the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.3) to switch to DAB Radio. On first
use it will automatically scan all stations and save them.
Fully extend the antenna (Ref.13).
To auto scan, press the ‘Scan’ button (Ref.4) and then release.
This will start scanning up the frequency band and store all
stations that have good signal.
The radio will automatically save all the stations with a strong
signal, up to 240 MHz. After searching has finished it will
automatically play the first station stored.
To listen to all stations that have been stored twist the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to scroll through them. Depress the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) when on the required station.
The radio will display station information when you press the
‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5). Press multiple times to view all
information available (See page 10).
When you turn the radio on after it switching off, it will
automatically tune to the same station (DAB or FM) that was last
selected.
In DAB mode, the radio will synchronize with the time and date
of the station.
Up to 10 stations can be set.
To store a station that you are currently playing:
Press and hold ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6). “<1: (Empty)” will show on
the display.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the “<1” to the
number you want to store the station as. Then press ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to save. The display will then show “Preset [1]
stored”.
How to play a preset radio station
Press the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6).
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9) to scroll through your preset
stations. You can store up to 10.
Press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to select your choice.
How to store and recall a preset DAB station
IMPORTANT: Please make sure you have
extended the antenna to its full length
(Ref.13). This will then enable you to rotate
it to get the best signal.
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Press the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.3) multiple times to switch between
DAB and FM. The first time you do this, the FM frequency “87.5
MHz” will be displayed on the screen.
Fully extend the antenna (Ref.13).
To auto scan, press and release the ‘Scan’ button (Ref.4). This will
then start scanning up the frequency band and play the first
station it finds with good signal.
To scan down the frequency band, press and hold the ‘Scan’
button (Ref.4) for a few seconds.
The radio will display station information when you press the
‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5). Press multiple times to view all
information available (See page 11).
Instructions Guide
FM Scan Setting
Choose between scanning strong and weak signals (All) or only
the strong stations (Only).
Press and hold the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5).To make your
choice, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to highlight your
option.
Select “FM Scan Setting” and press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9)
down. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to choose between
“All” or “Only”. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) down to
confirm your choice.
To tune a specific frequency manually
To listen to a specific frequency, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial
(Ref.9) to search forward and back.
Mono and Stereo
In working mode, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9), to switch
between ‘Set to Mono’ or ‘Set to Stereo’.
Instructions Guide
IMPORTANT: Please make sure you have
extended the antenna to its full length
(Ref.13). This will then enable you to rotate
it to get the best signal.
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How to store a preset radio station
Up to 10 stations can be set.
To store a station that you are currently playing:
Press and hold ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6). “<1: (Empty)” will show on
the display.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the “<1” to the
number you want to store the station as. Then press ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to save. The display will then show “Preset [1]
stored”.
How to play a preset radio station
Press the ‘Preset’ button (Ref.6).
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ (Ref.9) to scroll through your preset
stations. You can store up to 10.
Press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to select your choice.
Instructions Guide
Station information for DAB/DAB+ and FM Radio
DAB/DAB+ Radio
Press the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5) repeatedly to show the
different programme information.
Signal Strength: Displays a signal bar with the strength of the
current station.
Bit Error Rate: Provides details of the signal error rate.
Channel and Frequency: Displays the station’s transmission
channel number and frequency.
PTY (Programme Type): Shows the type and description of the
program provided by the DAB station.
Time and Date: Displays the time and date information
provided by the broadcaster.
Bit Rate: The data rate which the signal is being transmitted.
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS): Displays scrolling text
information supplied by the broadcaster.
Station information for FM Radio
Instructions Guide
FM Radio
Press the ‘Menu/Info’ button (Ref.5) repeatedly to show the
different programme information.
Programme Type: Displays a description of the type of
programme provided by the broadcaster.
Signal Strength: Displays a signal bar with the strength of the
current station.
Time and Date: Displays the time and the date.
Frequency: Displays the station’s transmission frequency.
Audio Type: Displays the audio type of the station you are
listening to. It will either be stereo or mono.
Radio Text: Displays scrolling text information supplied by the
broadcaster.
Clock and Date Settings
Instructions Guide
Manually Setting the time
The time will automatically update after the first use of DAB
Radio. However, you can still set the time manually.
Ensure the unit is turned on.
To make your selection, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to
choose your option.
Select “Time/Date” and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9).
The hour will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ (Ref.9) dial until the required hour is displayed.
To confirm the hour, press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) down.
The minutes will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required minutes are displayed.
To confirm the minute, press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The
time is now set.
Manually Setting the Date
The date can be changed after changing the time.
The year will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required year is displayed.
To confirm the year, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9).
The month will flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required month is displayed.
To confirm the month, press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9).
The day will then flash on the display screen. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9) until the required date is displayed.
To confirm the date, press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9).
Instructions Guide
Dual Alarm Setting
Instructions Guide
Press the ‘Alarm’ button (Ref.7) once for Alarm 1 or twice for
Alarm 2. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
To turn the alarm on or off, twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9)
so that “ON” is flashing and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9)
to confirm.
The hour digits for the alarm will flash. Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’
dial (Ref.9) to change the hour and press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial
(Ref.9) to confirm.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the minutes and
press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change the volume and
press ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to change between which
sound you would like: Alarm, DAB or FM Radio and press the
‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
To set Alarm 2, follow Alarm 1 instructions but press the ‘Alarm’
button (Ref.7) twice.
NOTE: You can press the ‘Info/Menu’ (Ref.5) button to go back to
the previous step when programming the alarm.
Alarm Sounds and Snooze
Snooze/Switch off Alarm when sounding
When the alarm sounds, press the ‘Snooze’ button (Ref.8) to
snooze for 9 minutes. The radio will go into standby mode.
To turn the alarm off completely when sounding, press the
‘Standby’ button (Ref. 2).
To turn off Alarm 1 or Alarm 2
Press the ‘Alarm’ button (Ref.7) once for Alarm 1 or twice for
Alarm 2. Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
To turn the Alarm on or off, twist ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) so
that “OFF” is flashing and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to
confirm.
IMPORTANT: Please make sure you have
extended the antenna to its full length
(Ref.13). This will then enable you to rotate
it to get the best signal.
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This enables you to programme the radio to switch off at a
specific time, up to 120 minutes from activation.
Press and hold the ‘Alarm’ button (Ref.7).
Choose from 120/90/60/45/30/15/5 mins or OFF using ‘Tune +/-/
Enter’ dial (Ref.9).
When your choice is displayed, press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial
(Ref.9) button. The system will automatically start the timer.
To turn the sleep timer off, follow the above instructions and
choose “OFF” from the choices.
Once the timer has been set, the minutes will countdown on
the display screen. For example, if set to turn off in 5 minutes,
“S5” will flash, counting down to “S0” when the radio will go into
standby mode.
Press and hold the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5).
Twist the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to highlight “Factory reset”
and press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9). The display screen will
show “Factory reset”.
Use the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) dial to choose “Yes” or “No”.
Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
System Version – System Version Display
Press and hold the ‘Info/Menu’ button (Ref.5).
Use the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to select “System Version”.
Press the ‘Tune +/-/Enter’ dial (Ref.9) to confirm.
Other Functions
Instructions Guide
All products come with a standard 12 month warranty. All items
must be registered on www.majorityradios.co.uk for the
warranty to be valid. Once on the web page, use the menu to
find “ register your product”. You will also be given the chance
to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of
charge.
Power Supply and Batteries
The unit is powered and charged by UK Standard Plug DC 5v.
The unit is also portable when powered by 4 x C Batteries (Not
Supplied). These can be inserted into the battery compartment
on the back of the unit (Ref.14).
Power Supply
In-built Battery
Mode:
FM(87. 5 MHz – 108MHz)
DAB / DAB+ 174-240MHz
Output Connector:
Earphone jack
Aerial:
Integral telescopic aerial
Instructions Guide
The station is not tuned in. Fine tune the station.
The volume is set to a low position. Increase the volume.
Headphones may be connected. Disconnect the
headphones.
Buttons are not
working
Turn off the unit and turn on after a few seconds.
FM: Static sound
DAB: Burbling/
intermittent cut-out
Signal reception is low. Adjust the aerial or move the unit
to a stronger signal location.
Re-scan stations.
Sound is distorted
The volume is too high. Adjust the volume control.
Desired station not
found
Weak signal. Use the manual tune function.
Display shows
“No Service”
There is no DAB coverage in your area, or poor reception.
Adjust the position of the aerial, or move the unit to a
stronger signal location.
Display is blank
This may occur if the broadcaster changes the label of a
service or removes a label while tuned. The radio will try
to retune or perform a scan.
Time and Date not
setting automatically
For the time and date to set automatically you need to
turn on the system and switch to DAB radio and let this
scan. Then press the ‘Power Mode’ button and the system
will go into standby. The date and clock will update
automatically.
Troubleshooting Guide
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions. Instructions are also
available for download at www.majorityradios.co.uk
3. Heed all Warnings
4. Follow all instructions
5. Do no clean the apparatus near or with water
6. D not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
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 amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Protect the power from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
11. Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in a way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to the rain or moisture, does not
operate normally or has been dropped.
13. No naked flame sources, such as lit candles, should
be placed on the apparatus.
14. Dispose of used electrical products and batteries
safely according to your local authority and
regulations.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as
vases, shall be places on the apparatus.
Main plug is used to disconnect device and it should
remain readily operable during intended use. In order
to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains
completely, the mains plug should be disconnected
from the main socket outlet completely.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and
in doing so help the environment.
This symbol means an electrical product should
not be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for
disposal when finished with.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully
before use and keep for future reference.
Risk of electric shock.
Do not open
Read all instructions carefully before use
and keep for future reference
When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully
before use and keep for future reference
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ATTENTION
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Safety Information