Changing your radio setup, Backlight, Tuning

Changing your radio setup

The following options are available in DAB, FM or both.

Backlight

Choose whether the screen backlight is on, off, or turns on when a button is pressed, both when the unit is on (Active) and in Standby.

Audio settings

FM stereo mode

Choose from Stereo or Mono - mono may be clearer for stations with weak signals.

DRC value

DRC (Dynamic Range Control) value makes the quieter sounds in a DAB broadcast easier to hear at low volume or in a noisy environment.

Check with the broadcasters to find out if they use DRC.

DRC full	Applies the DRC level as sent with the broadcast.
DRC half	DRC level is set to half that sent with the broadcast.
DRC off	Any DRC level broadcast will be ignored.

Station order

Alphanumeric	Lists all stations in alphanumeric order.
Active station	Lists active stations first on the station list.
Multiplex	Lists stations in groups according to their multiplex.
Trim stn. list	Removes inactive stations from the station list.
Tuning

Autotune

Scans all DAB Band III frequencies for stations and adds any new ones to the station list. To stop an Autotune press Select.

Manual tune

Shows DAB signal level which can help you find the best position for your radio.

1.Use the +/- buttons to scroll through different channels and push Select to choose one (UK stations are in the range 11B to 12D). You see a signal level display. The empty block indicates the minimum required level for reception and the filled blocks indicate the current level.

2.Move your aerial and try to raise the current level to the empty block or beyond. Once you have a good signal the display will show the multiplex name and add the stations to the station list.

3.Push the Menu button to exit or +/- and Select buttons to change channel.

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