Sharp XL-DAB10NH E-18, Listening to the DAB+, About DAB+ Digital Audio Broadcasting, Auto tune

Models: XL-DAB10NH XL-DAB20NH

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Listening to the DAB+

Listening to the DAB+

About DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting)

Digital Audio Broadcasting is a digital transmission system where audio signals are converted to digital signals for broadcasting. DAB+ is broadcast as a group of data called multiplex (ensemble) which may contain one or more stations (services). Each station contains a primary service and there may be one or more secondary services. This allows several programmes or services to be transmitted on a single frequency.

DAB + SIGNAL

MULTIPLEX (ENSEMBLE)

SERVICES

SERVICES COMPONENTS (STATIONS)

Auto tune

When turned on for the first time, the unit scans radio stations automatically to create a station list. You can make the AUTOTUNE again when you move the unit to other areas or add multiplex channels to the station list.

1Press the DAB button until “DAB” appears on the display.

2Press DAB SCAN button on the remote control for more than 3 seconds. AUTOTUNE scanning begins.

The scanning progress is indicate by advancing asterisks.

■About DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting) The number of received station

After the scan:

The stations will be stored in alphanumeric order and the first station on the list will be selected and you will hear it through the speakers.

To listen to other stations, see “Selecting a station in the station list” on page 18.

Notes:

If no station is found, “NO STN” appears.

Up to 99 appears for total received stations.

Selecting a station in the station list

Once a DAB+ station is received, you can select stations in the station list.

1Press the DAB button until “DAB” appears on the display.

2Whilst receiving a DAB+ station, press the TUNING/ FOLDER (■Auto tune or ■Selecting a station in the station list ) to select the desired station.

Display current station

The name of the station being selected

3Within 10 seconds, press the DAB ENTER button on the remote control to tune into the desired station.

Manual tune

You can manually store stations which AUTOTUNE cannot find. If reception is poor, you can adjust the sensitivity. Manual tune is only available after Auto tune. Perform AUTOTUNE first.

1Press the DAB button until “DAB” appears on the display.

2Press the DAB SCAN button

once.

3 Within 10 seconds, press the TUNING/ FOLDER ( ■Manual tune or E-18 ) to select the DAB+ frequency.

4Within 10 seconds, press the DAB

ENTER button.

Reception sensitivity appears. The percentage number indicate the current level.

If the level is too low, move the aerial or unit to improve reception.

5Press the DAB ENTER button again to store the station and exit manual tune.

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FAQ

What is DAB+ Digital Audio Broadcasting?

DAB+ is a digital transmission system where audio signals are converted to digital signals for broadcasting. It is broadcast as a group of data called multiplex ensemble which may contain one or more stations services.

How do I perform auto tune on my stereo system?

To perform auto tune, press the DAB button until DAB appears on the display, then press the DAB SCAN button on the remote control for more than 3 seconds. This will scan radio stations automatically to create a station list.

Can I manually store stations on my stereo system?

Yes, you can manually store stations which auto tune cannot find. Press the DAB button until DAB appears on the display, then press the DAB SCAN button once to begin the manual tune process.