Roberts Radio MP3 Docking Station MP SOUND 43 User Guide

CD/DAB/FM Digital Sound System with dock for iPod  
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Contents  
About this instruction manual.....................................................2  
Introduction...................................................................................3  
MP-43 Sound System features ..................................................3  
Controls and connections........................................................4-5  
Remote control........................................................................6-7  
Using the touch panel.................................................................8  
Remote control functions............................................................8  
Display icons ..............................................................................8  
Using the sound system for the first time ...................................9  
DAB radio....................................................................................10  
Operating your sound system - DAB........................................10  
Selecting a station - DAB .........................................................11  
Secondary services - DAB .......................................................11  
Display modes - DAB ..........................................................12-13  
Finding new stations - DAB......................................................13  
Manual tuning - DAB ................................................................14  
Station order setup - DAB ...................................................15-16  
Software version - DAB............................................................17  
Dynamic range control - DAB...................................................18  
FM radio.......................................................................................19  
Operating your radio - search tuning FM..................................19  
Manual tuning - FM ..................................................................20  
FM stereo / mono .....................................................................20  
Display modes - FM..................................................................21  
Presetting stations....................................................................22  
CD / MP3 / WMA..........................................................................23  
Compact discs..........................................................................23  
Playing a CD .......................................................................24-25  
CD search and repeat ..............................................................26  
CD track programming .............................................................27  
MP3 / WMA CD mode ..............................................................28  
MP3 / WMA file and folder selection....................................29-30  
iPod Docking...............................................................................31  
Navigating your iPod ................................................................32  
Playing a file on your iPod...................................................32-33  
Clock and Alarms .......................................................................34  
Alarms .................................................................................34-35  
Cancelling alarms.....................................................................36  
Snooze .....................................................................................36  
Sleep function...........................................................................36  
Setting the clock manually...................................................37-38  
Standby brightness control.......................................................39  
Audio and Setup.........................................................................40  
Equaliser function.....................................................................40  
Bass and treble settings......................................................40-41  
Mute function............................................................................41  
Auxiliary input socket................................................................42  
Line output socket ....................................................................42  
Headphone socket ...................................................................43  
Aerial removal...........................................................................43  
Touch panel sensitivity control..................................................44  
System reset ............................................................................45  
Information..................................................................................46  
Cautions ...................................................................................46  
Specifications ...........................................................................46  
Mains supply ............................................................................47  
Guarantee ................................................................................49  
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About this instruction manual  
Thisinstructionmanualissplitintosectionsforeachofthedifferentoperating  
modes of your Roberts MP-43 Digital Sound System. The introduction  
describes the features and controls of the product.  
(page 3)  
Introduction  
DAB Radio  
There are six sections covering the main features in detail - DAB radio,  
FM radio, CD / MP3 / WMAplayback, iPod docking, Clock andAlarm, and  
Audio and Setup. Each section is clearly identified by the shaded heading  
in the top right hand corner of each pair of pages.  
(page 10)  
(page 19)  
(page 23)  
(page 31)  
(page 34)  
(page 40)  
(page 46)  
FM Radio  
The two sections for DAB Radio and FM Radio describe how to use the  
sound system to listen to radio broadcasts.  
CD / MP3 / WMA  
iPod Docking  
Clock and Alarms  
Audio and Setup  
Information  
The section for CD / MP3 / WMA player describes how to play digital  
audio CDs or MP3 / WMA files which have previously been recorded to  
CD-R or CD-RW.  
The section for iPod docking describes how to use your MP-43 to play  
audio files or video soundtracks directly from your iPod.  
The section titled Clock and Alarms describes setting the clock, as well  
as explaining the use of the alarms, snooze and sleep timer features.  
The Audio and Setup section describes how to use the audio equaliser  
and tone controls, how to connect other audio equipment, how to adjust  
the sensitivity of the touch panel and how to reset the sound system.  
Lastly,the Informationsectionincludessafety,specificationsandwarranty  
information.  
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Introduction  
MP-43 Sound System features  
The Roberts MP-43 Digital Sound System provides the following range  
of features in an attractive compact unit:-  
Easy-to-read 2 line text display with large clock display.  
Radio for DAB and FM (with RDS) broadcasts.  
Audio CD player with track search and programming facility (can also  
play CD-R, CD-RW discs).  
A 3.5mm stereo Auxiliary Input socket for playing audio from MP3  
players, iPod devices which cannot use the dock connector, or other  
audio equipment.  
Playback of MP3 and WMA files which have been recorded to CD-R  
or CD-RW.  
A standard 3.5mm Line Output socket for connecting the audio signal  
to an external amplifier or recorder.  
20 radio station presets (10 for DAB and 10 for FM).  
A standard 3.5mm headphone socket for private listening.  
High quality, full range, stereo speakers (2 x 7W).  
iPod docking connector to play your music collection or video  
soundtracks from your iPod.  
An acoustically tuned, hand finished cabinet that includes bass ports  
and internal bracing for optimal sound reproduction.  
Easy to use, wipe clean, touch sensitive control panel.  
Clock display with time and date when in standby.  
Low power consumption when in standby mode.  
Two alarm timers with snooze feature to wake you to either buzzer,  
radio, CD or iPod (with humane wake system on buzzer alarm).  
Adjustable sleep timer which can be set to turn the sound system off  
after between 15 and 120 minutes.  
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Controls and connections  
(Front)  
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8. Equaliser button  
15. Tuning down / Rewind button  
16. Select / Stop button  
17. Repeat button  
1. Infra-red sensor  
2. On / Standby button  
3. Radio button  
9. Sleep / Clock set button  
10. Alarm button  
11. Tuning Up / Fast-forward button  
12. CD eject button  
13. CD in indicator  
18. Play / Pause button  
19. LCD display  
4. Volume Up and Down buttons  
5. Media button  
6. Info / Menu button  
7. Folder button  
14. CD slot  
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Controls and connections  
(Rear)  
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20. Telescopic aerial  
21. Headphone socket  
22. Line output socket  
23. Auxiliary input socket  
24. Mains input socket  
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Remote control  
1. On / Standby button  
2. Mute button  
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3. Key pad buttons 1-10/0  
4. Folder Up button  
5. Tuning Down / Rewind button  
6. Menu button  
7. Repeat button  
8. Media button  
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9. Sleep / Clock set button  
10. Equaliser button  
11. Alarm button  
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12. Radio button  
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13. Auto-tune button  
14. Random button  
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15  
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15. Play / Pause button  
16. Folder down button  
17. Tuning / Fast-forward button  
18. Select / Stop button  
19. Info button  
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CD/iPod/  
SD/USB  
Record  
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20. Volume Up / Down buttons  
21. CD eject button  
Note:  
The button marked Record is not used with the MP-43. It is intended for  
use with another Roberts product.  
Button 8, marked CD/iPod/SD/USB, only provides access to CD and iPod  
functionality. The SD/USB markings are for another Roberts product.  
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Introduction  
Remote control battery replacement  
1. Remove the battery cover on the rear of your remote control by  
applying pressure to the catch in the direction shown by the arrow in  
the diagram, and then lifting the cover.  
2. Insert 2 x AAA size batteries into the compartment. Make sure the (+)  
and the (-) ends of the batteries are positioned as shown inside the  
compartment.  
3. Close the battery cover by inserting the retaining lugs first, then  
apply pressure to the free end such that the catch latches the cover  
securely.  
4. If the remote is not to be used for an extended period of time it is  
recommended that the batteries are removed.  
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IMPORTANT: The batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat  
suchassunshine,reorthelike. Afteruse,disposablebatteriesshould  
if possible be taken to a suitable recycling centre. On no account  
should batteries be disposed of by incineration.  
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1. Battery compartment  
2. Latch  
3. Retaining lugs (inside)  
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Using the touch panel  
Display icons  
TheMP-43soundsystemhasastylishtouchpanelinsteadofconventional  
buttons.  
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F G  
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To operate the buttons simply touch the button area with the tip of a finger  
for about half a second. The clock set and system menu functions marked  
with a dot () are accessed by means of a long touch (2-3 seconds) on  
the appropriate button until the display on the sound system shows that  
the command has been accepted.  
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B
J
K
Youmayndthatatrst, thesoundsystemdoesnotalwaysdetectthatyou  
have touched a button. If so, try touching with a little more pressure, or for  
slightly longer. You will soon find the optimum touch needed to control your  
sound system. (See also Touch Panel Sensitivity Control on page 44.)  
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The panel may be cleaned using a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives,  
cleaning fluids or solvents.  
A. Sleep indicator  
B. Alarm 1 and 2 indicators  
C. Snooze indicator  
D. Speaker indicator  
E. Clock digits  
I. CD indicator  
J. WMA indicator  
K. MP3 indicator  
Remote control functions  
L. Repeat all files indicator  
M. Repeat folder indicator  
N. Repeat single file indicator  
O. Aux input indicator  
Most of the functions of the MP-43 sound system can be controlled using  
either the touch panel or the remote control. However, there are a few  
functions which are only accessible using the remote control. These  
are:  
F. FM indicator  
G. DAB indicator  
H. Stereo indicator  
P. Two line text display  
DAB / FM radio station presets  
DAB menu function  
CD / iPod random track control  
DAB / FM auto-tune  
CD track access by numbers  
Audio mute  
As with the front panel, some operations require a longer operation of the  
button (explained in the relevant sections). In this case simply keep your  
finger held on the remote control button for 2-3 seconds until the display  
on the sound system shows that the command has been accepted.  
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Using the sound system for the first time  
1. Place your sound system on a flat surface.  
2. Fully extend the telescopic aerial. The aerial should be fully extended  
and positioned vertically for optimum reception.  
3. Plug the mains lead into the mains socket located on the back of your  
sound system ensuring that the plug is pushed fully into the socket.  
4. Plug the other end of the mains lead into the wall socket and switch  
on the wall socket.  
IMPORTANT: The mains plug is used as the means of connecting  
the sound system to the mains supply. The mains socket used for the  
sound system must remain accessible during normal use. In order to  
disconnect the sound system from the mains completely, the mains  
plug should be removed from the mains socket outlet completely.  
5. When your sound system is first switched on the clock display will  
show 12:00 and the unit will enter standby mode. It will then scan for  
DAB radio stations and when stations have been found the clock and  
date should be set automatically. Note that the display will not show  
any scanning message for this first scan.  
6. Ifnostationshavebeenfoundthentheclockwillnotset.Youmayneed  
to relocate your sound system to a position giving better reception.  
You should then carry out an auto-tune to find DAB stations. See DAB  
Operation on page 10 and also Finding New Stations on page 13. The  
clock will then be set from a DAB broadcast.  
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Operating your sound system - DAB  
1. Fully extend the telescopic aerial.  
2. If your sound system is in standby mode, press the On / Standby  
DAB  
button to switch it on.  
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3. Press and release the Radio button to select DAB mode. The display  
will show "DAB" for a few seconds.  
4. If this is the first time the sound system is used a quick scan of UK  
Band III DAB channels may be carried out (depending on whether  
scanning was already completed in standby mode). If the radio has  
been used before, the last used station will be selected.  
DAB  
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5. When first switched on, the first station in the list of stations found will  
be played. The display will show the station name on the upper line  
of the text display and broadcast information on the lower line.  
DAB  
6. If the station list is still empty after the scan operation or if the  
selected station cannot be received your radio will display "Station  
not available".  
DAB  
7. If no signals are found it may be necessary to relocate your sound  
system to a position giving better reception, and then repeat the scan  
using the Auto-tune facility (see Finding New Stations on page 13).  
Note that radio station name and frequency displays shown in this user  
guide may differ from those that you see on your radio. Broadcasters may  
change radio station names that are transmitted, and the frequencies  
used for DAB and FM radio stations may not be the same in all parts of  
the country.  
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DAB Radio  
Selecting a station - DAB  
1. WhentheunitisinDABmodetheupperlineofthetextdisplaynormally  
shows the name of the station currently tuned.  
DAB  
2. Repeatedly press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to scroll through  
the list of available stations on the lower line of the text display. Stop  
pressing the Tuning buttons when you find the station that you wish  
to hear. If you keep pressing one of the tuning buttons then the unit  
will rapidly scroll through the list of available stations.  
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3. Press and release the Select button to cause the radio to tune to the  
chosen station. The display may show "Now tuning" while your radio  
finds the new station.  
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The use of memory presets is described on page 22.  
4. Adjust the Volume to the required setting.  
If after selecting a station the display shows "Station not available" it may  
be necessary to relocate your radio to a position giving better reception.  
Secondary services - DAB  
DAB  
1. Certainradiostationshaveoneormoresecondaryservicesassociated  
with them. If a station has a secondary service associated with it the  
display will show ">>" next to the station name on the station list. The  
secondary service will then appear immediately after the primary  
service as you press the Tuning Up button.  
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2. Press and release the Select button to select the station.  
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Display modes - DAB  
When in DAB mode your radio has seven display options.  
1. Press the Info button to cycle through the various modes.  
DAB  
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a. Scrolling text  
Displays scrolling text messages such  
as artist/track name, phone in number,  
etc.  
DAB  
b. Programme type  
Displays the type of station being  
listened to e.g. Pop, Classic, News, etc.  
DAB  
c. Multiplex Name  
d. Time and date  
Displays the name of the multiplex to  
which the current station belongs.  
DAB  
Displays the current time and date.  
DAB  
e. Channel & frequency Displays the channel number and  
frequency for the current DAB radio  
station.  
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DAB Radio  
Display modes - DAB cont.  
DAB  
f. Bit rate/audio type  
Displays the digital bit rate and audio  
type for the current DAB radio station.  
DAB  
g. Signal strength  
Displays signal strength for the station  
being listened to. The clear rectangle  
shows the minimum required signal  
strength for clear DAB reception.  
Finding new stations - DAB  
As time passes new stations may become available. To nd new stations  
proceed as follows:-  
1. With the unit in DAB mode (see page 10) press and release the  
Auto-tune button. The display will then show "Fast scanning". The  
radio will perform a scan of the UK DAB frequencies. As new stations  
are found the station counter on the right-hand side of the display will  
increase and stations will be added to the list.  
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2. To carry out a full scan of the entire DAB Band III frequencies press  
and hold the Auto-tune button for more than 2 seconds and then  
release. The display will show "Full scanning". As new stations are  
found the station counter on the right-hand side of the display will  
increase and stations will be added to the list.  
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Manual Tuning - DAB  
Manual tuning allows you to tune directly to the various DAB Band III  
channels. UK DAB stations are located in the range 11B to 12D.  
DAB  
1. Press and release the Menu button so that the display shows "Station  
order".  
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2. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until "Manual tune" appears  
on the display. Press and release the Select button.  
DAB  
3. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to select the required DAB  
channel.  
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2,3  
4. Press and release the Select button to select the channel. A signal  
strength display will appear. The clear rectangle shows the minimum  
required signal strength for clear DAB reception.  
DAB  
5. Any new stations that are found are automatically added to the stored  
list of stations.  
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6. Press and release the Select button to return to normal tuning  
mode.  
DAB  
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DAB Radio  
Station order setup - DAB  
Your radio has 3 station order settings from which you can choose. The  
station order settings are, favourite station, alphanumeric and active  
station.  
Note: The default station order setting is alphanumeric.  
DAB  
1. Press and release the Menu button so that "Station order" appears  
on the display. Press the Select button to enter the station order  
selection menu.  
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2. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to choose between favourite  
station, alphanumeric and active station.  
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Favourite stations  
When this setting is selected, after a period of time the most listened to  
DAB stations will move to the top of the station list and will be marked  
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with the heart symbol  
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Alphanumeric  
Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until "Alphanumeric" appears on  
thedisplay.ThisoptionwillcauseDABstationstobelistedinalphanumeric  
order 0....9 A....Z.  
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Station order setup - DAB - cont.  
Active station  
DAB  
Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until "Active station" appears on  
the display. The display will show only those DAB stations for which a  
signal can be found.  
3. Press and release the Select button to select the station order  
setting required.  
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Prune stations - DAB only  
Over time, some DAB services may stop broadcasting, or you may change  
location and then not be able to receive a station. In order to remove such  
stations from the DAB station list, the Prune stations function will delete  
the DAB stations from your station list that can no longer be received.  
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1. Press and release the Menu button so that "Station order" appears  
DAB  
on the display. Press and release the Select button.  
2. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until "Prune stations" appears  
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2
on the display.  
3. Press and release the Select button to cause the stations list to be  
pruned, eliminating unavailable stations.  
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DAB Radio  
Software version - DAB only  
The software version display cannot be altered and is provided for  
reference only.  
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1. To view the DAB software version installed in your sound system,  
press and release the Menu button so that "Station order" appears  
on display.  
DAB  
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2
2. PresstheTuningUporDownbuttonsuntil"Softwareversion"appears  
on the display. The software version will appear on the display.  
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Dynamic Range Control (DRC) settings - DAB only  
DAB  
DRC can make quieter sounds easier to hear when your radio is used in  
a noisy environment. This function is only for the DAB waveband.  
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2
1. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system.  
2. Press and release the Menu button so that "Station order" appears  
on the display.  
DAB  
3. Press and release the Tuning Up or Down buttons until the display  
shows "DRC value".  
4. Press and release the Select button to enter the DRC adjustment  
mode.  
3,5  
3,5  
DAB  
5. Press and release the Tuning Up or Down buttons to select the  
required DRC setting (the default is 0) .  
DRC 0 DRC is switched off, Broadcast DRC will be ignored.  
DRC 1/2 DRC level is set to 1/2 that sent by broadcaster.  
DRC 1 DRC is set as sent by broadcaster.  
4,6  
DAB  
6. PressandreleasetheSelectbuttontoconfirmthesetting.Thedisplay  
will then return to the previous radio display mode.  
Note: Not all DAB broadcasts are able to use the DRC function. If the  
broadcast does not support DRC, then the DRC setting in the radio will  
have no effect.  
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FM Radio  
Operating your radio - Search tuning FM  
1. Fully extend the telescopic aerial.  
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2. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system.  
3. Press and release the Radio button until the FM band is selected.  
FM  
4. Press and release the Auto-tune button to cause your radio to scan  
in the direction previously scanned and stop automatically when it  
finds a station of sufficient strength.  
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5. After a few seconds the display will update. The display will show the  
frequency of the signal found. If the signal is strong enough and there  
is RDS data present then the radio will display the station name.  
6. To nd additional stations press and release the Auto-tune button  
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as before.  
7. To scan the FM band in a opposite direction press and release either  
the Up Tuning button (to scan low frequency to high frequency) or  
the Down Tuning button (to scan high frequency to low frequency)  
and then press the Auto-tune button again.  
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8. When the end of the waveband is reached your radio will recommence  
tuning from the opposite end.  
9. Adjust the Volume to the required setting.  
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10. To switch off your radio press the On / Standby button.  
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Manual tuning - FM  
1. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system.  
FM  
1,6  
2. Press and release the Radio button to select the FM band and fully  
extend the Telescopic aerial for optimal FM reception.  
3. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to tune to a station. The  
frequency will change in steps of 50kHz. Pressing and holding one  
of the buttons will advance the frequency selection several times each  
second.  
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4. When the end of the waveband is reached the radio will recommence  
tuning from the opposite end.  
5. Set the Volume to the desired setting.  
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6. To switch off your sound system press the On / Standby button.  
FM stereo / mono  
1. If an FM station is received with a weak signal some hiss may be  
audible. To reduce the hiss press and release the Select button so  
that the Stereo indicator on the display is cancelled. Your radio will  
switch to mono mode.  
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2. To return to stereo mode press and release the Select  
button so that Stereo indicator on the display is visible. The radio  
will switch to stereo mode.  
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FM Radio  
Display modes - FM  
Your sound system has four display options for FM radio mode. In addition  
to the audio content of the programme, data is broadcast using the Radio  
Data System (RDS). RDS is a system in which inaudible digital information  
is added to the normal FM radio transmission.  
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b
c
d
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In FM mode the lower line of the text display can be set to any of the  
following options. If RDS data is received, the upper line of the text display  
is used to show the radio station name as well as a stereo and RDS  
indicator ("St" and "RDS")  
FM  
1. Press the Info button to cycle through the various modes.  
a. Radio Text  
Displays radio text messages such as  
news items etc.  
b. Programme Type  
c. Time and date  
Displays the type of station being  
listened to e.g. Pop, Classic, News, etc.  
Displays the current time and date.  
d. Frequency  
Displays the frequency of the station  
being listened to.  
Note: When tuned to the FM band, information display is only available  
when the radio is able to receive RDS information from the broadcaster.  
2. If there is no RDS data available (or if the signal is too weak) then  
the radio will display only the FM frequency and the optional Stereo  
indicator.  
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Presetting stations  
YoumaystoreyourpreferredDABandFMradiostationstothepresetstation  
memories (1 to 10). The procedure for setting presets and using them to  
tune stations is the same for FM and DAB modes, and is described below.  
Note that the radio stores FM and DAB presets separately and so there  
are ten of each. Presets are preserved in the event of a power failure.  
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1. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system.  
2. Tune to the required station as previously described.  
3. Press and hold down the required Preset button (1 to 10) until the  
display shows for example "Preset 1 saved". The station will be  
stored using the chosen preset number. Repeat this procedure for  
the remaining presets as you wish.  
DAB  
4. Preset memories which have already been stored may be overwritten  
by following the above procedure if required.  
Recalling a preset station  
1. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system.  
2. Select the required waveband by pressing the Radio button.  
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2
3. Momentarily press the required Preset button (1-10) to cause your  
radio to tune to the station stored in preset memory.  
Note: If you have not previously stored a preset station and the preset  
button is pressed "Empty preset" will be displayed.  
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Compact discs  
Use only Digital Audio CDs which have the  
symbol.  
Use only full size CDs (12cm diameter) with the sound system. Mini  
CDs (8cm diameter) are not compatible with the player and may jam  
the CD mechanism.  
Never write on a CD or attach any sticker to the CD. Always hold the CD  
at the edge and store it in its box after use with the label facing up.  
To remove dust and dirt, breathe on the CD and wipe it with a soft, lint free  
cloth in a straight line from the centre towards the edge.  
Cleaning agents may damage the CD.  
Do not expose the CD to rain, moisture, sand or to excessive heat. (e.g.  
from heating equipment or in motor cars parked in the sun).  
CD-R / CD-RW discs  
Your MP-43 can playback CD-DA format audio CD-R/CD-RW discs that  
have been finalised* upon completion of recording.  
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and wide variation in quality of the CD-R/CD-RW disc.  
*FinalisingenablesaCD-R/CD-RWdisctoplaybackonaudioplayerssuch  
as your MP-43. A disc which has not been finalised may have information  
added to it using a computer but may not always be playable.  
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Inserting a CD  
Ensure the CD player is empty before inserting a disc. If there is a disc in  
the player then the CD indicator will be lit. If you cannot insert a disc, press  
the CD Eject button to remove the CD currently in the player.  
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1. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system.  
2. To select the CD mode press the Media button until "CD" shows on  
CD  
the upper line of the display.  
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3
3. To eject a CD press and release the CD Eject button. To reload a CD  
that has just been ejected, press the Eject button a second time.  
4. Insert a disc with printed side facing up into the CD slot. The disc will  
be loaded automatically. The unit will check the CD type and load its  
track list. The display will show "LOADING" and then "READING" as  
the information is read.  
5. If you load a disc containing MP3 or WMA files your sound system  
will enter the MP3 / WMA mode (see page 28).  
Playing a CD  
1. Press the Play / Pause button to start playing the disc. The display  
1,3  
will show the first track number.  
2. Adjust the Volume to the required setting.  
3. To pause playing press the Play / Pause button. To resume press  
the Play / Pause button again.  
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4. To stop play, press the Stop button. The total number of CD tracks  
and the stop symbol ( ) will be displayed.  
If you put the unit into standby mode without pressing the Stop button,  
then the next time the unit is switched on it will return to the previously  
played track.  
4
5. To take out the CD, press the CD Eject button. The display will show  
"EJECT". In order to protect the disc if it is not removed, the unit will  
reload the CD after 10 seconds and then enter standby mode.  
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Selecting a track  
1. While the CD is playing, press either the Fast-forward or Rewind  
buttons to change to the desired track. The updated track number is  
shown in the display.  
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1,2  
1,2  
2. You can also skip tracks when the player is paused or stopped. Skip to  
the desired track using the Fast-forward or Rewind buttons, release  
the button when the desired track is displayed.  
3. Press the Play / Pause button to play the selected track.  
Select a desired track  
1
1. For track numbers 1-9 simply press the corresponding digit button.  
For track numbers ten and above press the required digits using the  
10/0 button to enter the digit zero.  
3. If the track number entered exceeds the number of tracks on the CD,  
then the last track on the CD will be played.  
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Search function  
1. While the CD is playing, press and hold the Fast-forward or Rewind  
buttons. Release the button when the desired part of the track is  
reached.  
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1
Repeat a single track  
2. While the CD is playing, press the Repeat button until the repeat  
single track symbol ( ) appears in the display. The current track will  
be repeated.  
2
3
Repeat all tracks  
3. While the CD is playing, press the Repeat button until the repeat all  
tracks symbol (  
CD will be played repeatedly.  
) appears in the display. All of the tracks on the  
Play tracks introduction  
4. While the CD is playing, press the Repeat button until the track  
introduction symbol (  
) appears in the display. The first 10 seconds  
of each track will be played. When the desired track is reached, press  
the Repeat button once more to revert to normal play mode.  
4
5
Play tracks in random order  
5. While the CD is playing, press the Random button until the random  
symbol (  
) appears in the display. The tracks will be played in  
random order. To cancel the random playback function, press the  
Random button a second time.  
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CD track programming  
In addition to playing of complete CDs, selected tracks, or a random  
selection, the CD player allows you to programme a sequence of up to  
20 tracks to be played in whatever order you choose.  
1
1. With the unit in CD mode and with a CD inserted, make sure that the  
CD is stopped (press the Stop / Select button).  
CD  
2. To enter programming mode, press the Menu button.  
2
3. Choose the first track using the Fast-forward or Rewind buttons.  
4. Press the Menu button to enter the selected track into the  
programme.  
3,5  
3,5  
5. Choose another track using the Fast-forward or Rewind buttons,  
and enter it into the programme using the Menu button (track 6 in  
example shown).  
CD  
6. Repeat step 5 to store as many as 20 tracks in the programme.  
4,5  
7. When the programme is complete, press the Play / Pause button to  
start playing. The tracks will then be played in the order that you have  
just programmed.  
CD  
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8. Pressing the Stop / Select button, or switching to another operating  
mode will erase the programme.  
Note: If you are programming the tracks using a CD with MP3 or WMA  
files in folders (see the following pages), you can also use the Up or Down  
Folder buttons to specify the folder in steps 3 and 5 above.  
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MP3 / WMA CD Mode  
The MP-43 is able to play CD-R and CD-RW discs containing MP3 and  
WMA files. It is assumed in this section that a file is equivalent to a CD  
track.  
An MP3 / WMACD may not contain more than 511 files and not more than  
99 folders. MP3 and WMA files should be created with an audio sample  
rate of 44.1kHz (this is normal for files created from CD audio content).  
MP3 and WMA data rates up to 320 kilobits per second are supported.  
WMA Lossless files are not supported. The unit will not play files which  
include digital rights management (DRM) protection.  
When burning CD-R and CD-RW discs with audio files, various problems  
may arise which could lead to problems with playback. Typically such  
problems are caused by poor CD writing or audio encoding software, or  
by the hardware settings of the PC's CD writer, or by the CD being used.  
Should such problems arise, contact the customer services of your CD  
writer or software manufacturer or look in their product documentation  
for relevant information. When you are making audio CDs, take care to  
observe all legal guidelines and ensure that the copyright of third parties  
is not infringed.  
1. To select the CD mode press the Media button until "CD" shows on  
CD  
the display, or insert a suitably prepared CD-R or CD-RW disc.  
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2. Insert a CD with printed side facing up into the CD slot. The disc will  
be loaded automatically. The unit will check the CD type and load its  
track list. The display will show "loading" and then "reading" as the  
information is read.  
If there are many files or folders on the CD then it may take some  
tens of seconds to read all of the file and folder names and to identify  
those which are playable (with .mp3 or .wma filename extension).  
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Playing an MP3 / WMA CD  
1. Press the Play / Pause button to start playing from the CD. The  
display will show the first folder and file numbers - "01" and "001".  
1,2  
2. To pause playing press the Play / Pause button. To resume playing  
press the Play / Pause button again.  
3. To stop play, press the Stop button. The total number of files on the  
disc and "STOP" will be displayed.  
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If you put the unit into standby mode without pressing the Stop button,  
then the next time the unit is switched on it will return to the previously  
played file.  
4. To take out the CD, press the CD Eject button. The display will show  
"EJECT". In order to protect the disc if it is not removed, the unit will  
reload the disc after 10 seconds and then enter standby mode. To  
reload a CD that has just been ejected, press the Eject button a  
second time.  
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Selecting a file  
1. While the CD is playing, press either the Fast-forward or Rewind  
buttons to change to the desired file, the file number is updated in the  
display. If there is more than one folder, when all files in the current  
folder have been played the next folder will be played.  
1,2  
1,2  
2. You can also skip files when the player is in stop mode. Skip to the  
desired file using the Fast-forward or Rewind buttons and release  
the button when the desired file number is displayed.  
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3. Press the Play / Pause button to play the selected file.  
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Select a specific file  
1. For file numbers 1-9 simply press the corresponding digit button. For  
file numbers ten and above press the required digits using the 10/0  
button to enter the digit zero.  
1
3. If the file number entered exceeds the number of playable files on the  
CD, then the last file will be played.  
File numbers up to 511 may be entered. The numbers of files in folders  
are added together. So, for example, if the first two folders each contain  
10 files, then entering 15 will play the fifth file in the second folder.  
Search function  
1. While the MP3 / WMACD is playing, press and hold the Fast-forward  
or Rewind buttons. Release the button when the desired part of the  
current file is reached.  
1
1
To skip to another folder  
1. With the MP3 / WMACD in stop or play mode, press and release either  
the Up or Down Folder button. The first file of the next or previous  
folder will be played.  
1
1
Repeat, Intro, Random and Programmed play  
The MP-43 allows you to use the same playback options for files as can be  
used for conventional audio CDs (see pages 26-27). In addition to Repeat  
Once and Repeat All options, there is also a Repeat Folder facility.  
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iPod Docking  
iPod docking  
Your MP-43 sound system has an iPod dock facility which allows you to  
play digital audio files and video soundtracks held on your iPod directly.  
The MP-43 uses the Universal Dock Connector developed for use with  
iPods. Recent models of iPod are supplied with adaptor inserts which  
ensure correct alignment of the iPod with the electrical connector. Earlier  
models of iPod were not supplied with the necessary inserts, and so  
your MP-43 is supplied with insert types 1 - 7. Should you require a  
later insert to use your iPod with the MP-43, then please contact an iPod  
accessories supplier.  
iPod dock connector  
2,3  
1. Ensure that the sound system is in standby. Carefully remove the iPod  
dock connector cover from the top of your sound system.  
Docking recess  
2. Place the iPod docking adaptor (types 1 - 7 supplied with the MP-43)  
into the iPod docking recess so that it is securely seated.  
3. Carefully place your iPod on the universal iPod dock connector then  
press the On / Standby button to switch on the sound system. To  
avoidpossibledamagetoeitherdevice,notuseyouriPodwithout  
the correct adaptor fitted in the dock connector.  
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4. To select the iPod mode press the Media button until "iPod" shows  
on the display. If it was previously playing, your iPod will switch on  
and continue playing from where it was previously stopped.  
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Note: The MP-43 sound system is able to recharge your iPod's internal  
battery. Recharging does not take place while your MP-43 is using DAB  
or FM radio.  
Your iPod will use its backlight settings as configured. If these need  
changing, use the iPod's Settings menu.  
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Navigating your iPod  
1. Use the Menu button on the remote control to navigate to higher level  
menus on your iPod.  
1
2. UsetheFolderUporDownbuttonsontheremotecontrolasrequired  
to move up and down a menu screen on your iPod.  
2
3. Press the Select button to choose the highlighted on screen menu  
item. If this item is a lower level menu item, you may then navigate  
further using the Folder Up or Down and Select buttons.  
3
2
Playing a file on your iPod  
1. When you have found the required item use the Select button to start  
the iPod playing (or the Play / Pause button - but see note below).  
2. Adjust the volume to the required setting using the Volume Up and  
1
Down buttons on your sound system.  
3. TopauseplaybackpressthePlay/Pausebutton.Toresumeplayback  
press the Play / Pause button again.  
2
2
4. iPod's do not have a Stop button (they use the Pause function). To play  
analternativeselection,usetheiPodmenustomaketheselectionusing  
the Play / Pause button to stop playing the current item if needed.  
Note:iPodsvaryinhowtheyrespondtothePlay/Pausebuttondependent  
upon the iPod model and software revision. Play / Pause may pause and  
resume the current selection, or it may pause the current selection and  
then start playing a new selection. The use of the Select button to start  
playing an item avoids this inconsistency.  
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Search function  
1. While the iPod is playing, press and hold the Fast-forward or Rewind  
buttons.  
1
1
2. Release the button when the desired part of the item is reached.  
Repeat a single file  
1. While the iPod is playing, press the Repeat button until the repeat  
single file symbol appears in the iPod display. The currently playing  
item will be repeated.  
1-3  
Repeat all  
2. While the iPod is playing, press the Repeat button until the repeat all  
files symbol appears in the iPod display. All files in the current album  
or playlist will be repeated.  
Repeat cancel  
3. While the iPod is playing, press the Repeat button until the repeat  
symbolisremovedfromtheiPoddisplay. Remaininglesinthecurrent  
album or playlist will be played.  
Shuffle  
4. While the iPod is playing, press the Random button to control the  
shuffle symbol in the iPod display. The tracks in the current album or  
playlist will be played in random when shuffle is enabled.  
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Alarms  
Your MP-43 sound system has two alarms which can each be set to wake  
you to DAB, FM radio, CD, iPod or buzzer alarm. The alarms may be set  
while the unit is in standby mode or while playing.  
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1. Before setting an alarm ensure that the clock time is set (see page 37).  
Press and release the Alarm button. "Alarm 1" will show on the  
display.  
2. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to select the required alarm,  
1 or 2. Press and release the Select button to cause "Alarm setting"  
to show on the display.  
2,4  
2,4  
3. Press and release the Select button to choose alarm setting. "Alarm:  
On/Off" will show on the upper line of the text display.  
2,3  
4. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to choose whether to set the  
alarm to On or Off.  
5. Press and release the Select button. If the previous selection was to  
switch on the alarm, then "Alarm: Time" will show on the upper line of  
the text display and theAlarm hour digits will flash. If Off was selected,  
the unit will exit the alarm menu.  
6,7  
6,7  
6. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to choose the alarm hour and  
then press and release the Select button to enter the hour setting.  
The Alarm minute digits will then flash on the display.  
5-7  
7. PresstheTuningUporDownbuttonstochoosethealarmminute and  
then press and release the Select button to enter the minute setting.  
"Alarm: Mode" will show on the upper line of the text display.  
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8. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to choose the required alarm  
mode and then press the Select button to confirm the setting.  
Each alarm can be set to any of the following modes:  
BUZZER  
DAB  
FM  
CD  
iPod  
- will wake you with a buzzer alarm  
- will wake you with DAB radio  
- will wake you with FM radio  
- will wake you playing a CD  
- will wake you playing your iPod  
8,10  
8,10  
9. Press and release the Select button to select the alarm mode.  
"Alarm: Day" will show on the upper line of the text display.  
8-10  
10. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to select the required day  
option and then press the Select button to confirm the setting.  
Your alarm can be set to the following options:  
Once  
Daily  
- will sound once in the next 24 hours only  
- will sound everyday  
Weekdays - will sound only on weekdays  
Weekends - will sound only on weekends  
11. The alarm has now been set and the unit will revert to the previous  
display. The alarm indicator (alarm 1 or 2) will show on the display.  
Toviewanalarmsetting,select"View"insteadof"Setting"atsteps2 and3.  
Successive presses of the Select button will display the alarm details.  
Note: When the alarm is set to wake by DAB or FM radio, the last used  
DAB or FM station will be used and the alarm volume will be the volume  
previously listened to.  
When the buzzer alarm activates, the alarm will start softly and gradually  
increase in level.  
The alarm will sound for 60 minutes unless cancelled.  
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Cancelling alarms  
1. While an alarm is sounding it can be cancelled by pressing the On /  
Standby button.  
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2. To cancel an alarm at any other time, enter the alarm setup menu and  
set the alarm On/Off option to "Off". See steps 1 - 5 on page 34.  
Snooze  
1. When the alarm sounds, pressing any button other than the Standby  
Z
Z
button will silence the alarm for five minutes. The snooze symbol (SNOOZE  
will appear in the display.  
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Sleep function  
Your sound system can be set to turn off after a preset time has elapsed.  
The sleep setting can be adjusted between 15 and 120 minutes.  
1,2  
1. Tousethesleeptimer, pressandreleasetheSleep/Clocksetbutton  
to enter the sleep setup. "Sleep off" will appear on the display.  
2. Repeatedly press and release the Sleep / Clock set button to select  
the desired sleep time. The options are 15, 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.  
Use the OFF option to cancel the sleep function.  
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3. Your radio will switch off after the preset sleep time has elapsed.  
4. To cancel the sleep function before the preset time has elapsed, either  
set the sleep timer to off (step 2) or press the On / Standby button.  
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Setting the clock manually  
TheMP-43willautomaticallysetitsclockwhentunedtoaDABradiostation  
or to an FM station which is broadcasting the time via RDS.  
If the clock cannot be set using DAB or FM radio then you will need to  
set the clock manually before the alarm function can be used. The clock  
may be set while the unit is in standby mode or while playing. The clock  
display is always in 24 hour format.  
If it becomes necessary to set the clock manually, please follow these  
steps:  
1. Press and hold the Clock Set button. The hour digits on the  
display will flash.  
1
2. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to change the hour digits as  
needed. Keep the button pressed to cause the digits to change more  
quickly.  
2,4  
2,4  
3. Press and release the Select button to confirm the hour setting. The  
minute digits on the display will flash.  
4. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons to change the minute digits  
as needed. Keep the button pressed to cause the digits to change  
more quickly.  
3,5  
5. Press and release the Select button to confirm the minutes setting.  
The year digits on the display will flash.  
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6. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until the desired year is set.  
Keep the button pressed to cause the digits to change more quickly.  
7. Press and release the Select button to confirm the year setting. The  
month will flash on the display.  
6,8  
6,8  
8. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until the desired month is  
set. Keep the button pressed to cause the month to change more  
quickly.  
7,9  
9. Press and release the Select button to confirm the month setting.  
The day number will flash on the display.  
10. Press the Tuning Up or Down buttons until the desired day is set.  
Keep the button pressed to cause the digits to change more quickly.  
10  
10  
11. PressandreleasetheSelectbuttontoconfirmthedayandtocomplete  
the clock and date setting. The display will revert to the display for the  
previous operating mode.  
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Standby brightness control  
The brightness of the display when the unit is in standby mode may be  
adjusted.Ifyouusetheunitinthebedroom,youmaypreferalowerstandby  
brightness level than the standard setting.  
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1. Press and hold the Menu button so that the display shows "Set  
Brightness" on the lower line of the text display  
2. Press and release the Select button to show the current setting.  
2,4  
3. Press and release the Tuning Up or Down buttons to change the  
standby brightness level. The backlight level will change at the same  
time so that you can see the effect of the change.  
4. Press and release the Select button to save the new setting.  
3
3
The default setting after a system reset is 5. Possible brightness values  
range from 1 - 7.  
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Equalizer function  
The sound on your sound system can be adjusted to suit your personal  
taste for the material that you are listening to. The MP-43 has six preset  
equalizer modes. Alternatively, you may set the treble and bass levels to  
your own preferences.  
1. Press the Equalizer button to cycle through the various modes.  
a. Flat - no tone modification is applied  
1
b. Jazz  
c. Rock  
d. Classic  
e. Pop  
f. News  
g. Treble - tone setting may be adjusted  
h. Bass - tone setting may be adjusted  
Treble control  
2
2. Press the Equalizer button to cycle through the modes until "Treble"  
appears on the upper line of the text display. The current treble setting  
will be shown on the lower line.  
2
2
3. To adjust the treble setting press and release the Tuning Up or Down  
buttons until the desired level is displayed.  
4. If you wish also to adjust the bass, then press the Equalizer button  
once more as described in step 5. Alternatively press the Select  
button to revert to the play mode display.  
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Bass control  
5. Press the Equalizer button to cycle through the modes until "Bass"  
appears on the upper line of the text display. The current bass setting  
will be shown on the lower line.  
5
6. To adjust the bass setting press and release the Tuning Up or Down  
buttons until the desired level is displayed.  
6
6
7. Press the Select button to revert to the play mode display.  
To quickly cancel the effect of the treble or bass settings press the  
Equaliser button until "Flat" appears on the upper line of the text  
display. The treble and bass settings will be remembered for the next  
time that you wish to adjust them.  
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Mute function  
Pressing the Mute button will mute the output from the loudspeakers.  
1. Press the Mute button to mute the sound output. The speaker volume  
symbol on the display will disappear.  
1,2  
2. PresstheMutebuttonagainoroneoftheVolumebuttonstoun-mute  
the sound output.  
DAB  
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Auxiliary input socket  
A 3.5mm stereo Auxiliary Input socket is provided on the rear of your  
sound system to permit an audio signal to be fed into the unit from an  
external audio device such as iPod, MP3 or CD player.  
1. Repeatedly press and release the Radio button until "AUX IN" is  
displayed.  
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2. Connect an external audio source (for example, iPod, MP3 or CD  
player) to the Auxiliary input socket.  
3. Adjust the volume setting on your iPod, MP3 or CD player if necessary  
to ensure an adequate signal level, and then use the Volume Up  
or Down buttons on the sound system as needed for comfortable  
listening.  
AUX  
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Line Out socket  
A 3.5mm stereo Line Out socket is provided on the rear of your sound  
system to permit the audio signal to be fed to an external amplifier or  
other audio device.  
Insertinganaudiocableintothissocketwillnotmutetheinternalloudspeaker.  
Set the volume control to a low level if desired (minimum level = 1). Setting  
the volume to MIN may cause the line output to be muted.  
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Headphone socket  
A3.5mm stereo Headphone Socket is provided on the rear of your sound  
system for use with headphones. Inserting a plug automatically mutes the  
internal loudspeakers.  
IMPORTANT:Excessivesoundpressurefromearphonesandheadphones  
can cause hearing loss.  
Aerial removal  
The fitted telescopic aerial is suitable for most applications. In some  
locations if reception conditions are poor, an external antenna may be  
more suitable. For this purpose the telescopic aerial may be removed to  
allow connection to an external aerial using a coaxial cable.  
First remove the two small screws holding the antenna connector cover in  
placeusingasmallcross-headscrewdriver.Thenusingasuitablespanner  
(11mm across the flats), remove the telescopic aerial by rotating in an  
anti-clockwise direction when viewed from the rear of the product.  
This will expose an F-type connector to which a coaxial cable may then  
be connected.  
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Touch panel sensitivity control  
The sensitivity of the touch panel may be adjusted. The default setting will  
normally be found to provide satisfactory operation, however, the touch  
panel system may respond differently depending upon the moisture of the  
skin. The touch panel sensitivity may be reduced or increased relative to  
the standard setting.  
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1. Press and hold the Menu button so that the display shows "Set  
Brightness" on the lower line of the text display  
2. Press and release the Tuning Up or Down buttons until the display  
shows "Touch Pad Set".  
2,4  
2,4  
3. Press and release the Select button to show the current setting.  
4. Press and release the Tuning Up or Down buttons to change the  
3,5  
touch panel sensitivity level.  
5. Press and release the Select button to save the new setting.  
The default setting after a system reset is Normal.  
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System reset  
If your radio fails to operate correctly, or some digits on the display are  
missing or incomplete carry out the following procedure.  
1. Press and hold the Menu button so that the display shows "Set  
Brightness" on the lower line of the text display.  
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2. Press and release the Tuning Up or Down buttons until the display  
shows "System reset".  
3. Press and release the Select button. The display will show "Press  
SELECT to reset".  
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4. Press and release the Select button again to confirm the reset  
operation.  
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5. After a system reset, all radio station presets will be set to empty.  
Alarms will be cancelled, audio equaliser, display brightness and  
touch panel settings will have been set to their default values. The  
clock will be reset and the unit will behave as when first switched on  
(see page 9).  
In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge, reset the product  
usingtheaboveprocedure.Insomecircumstancesitmaybenecessary  
to disconnect and then reconnect the mains power in order to resume  
normal operation.  
If a problem persists our technical staff would be pleased to help offer  
any assistance on operating the radio. Our technical helpline number  
is 020 8758 0338.  
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Cautions  
Do not allow this sound system to be exposed to water, steam or sand.  
Do not leave your sound system where excessive heat could cause  
damage.  
The sound system shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and  
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on  
the sound system.  
It is recommended to operate the product such that there is a minimum  
distance (10cm recommended) to adjacent objects in order to ensure  
good ventilation.  
It is recommended that the DAB band is used for radio listening where  
possible since this may result in better sound quality and freedom from  
interference than will often be obtained on the FM band.  
The ventilation of the product should not be restricted by covering it or  
its ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths,  
curtains etc.  
The name plate is located on the rear of your sound system.  
No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on  
the product.  
It is recommended to avoid using or storing the product at extremes  
of temperature.Avoid leaving the unit in cars, on window sills, in direct  
sunlight etc.  
Circuit features  
Specifications  
Output Power  
2 x 7 watts  
Power Requirements  
Mains  
AC 230 volts, 50Hz  
2 x AAA  
only  
Headphone socket  
Auxiliary in socket  
Line Out socket  
3.5mm dia  
3.5mm dia  
3.5mm dia  
Battery (Remote control)  
Frequency Coverage  
FM  
87.5-108MHz  
Aerial System  
FM  
DAB  
Telescopic aerial  
Telescopic aerial  
DAB  
174.928 - 239.200MHz  
The Company reserves the right to amend the specification without notice.  
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Mains supply  
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked N or  
coloured BLACK.  
The MP-43 will operate from a supply of AC 230 volts, 50Hz  
only.  
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked L  
or coloured RED.  
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is  
not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to  
reachapowerpoint, thenobtainanappropriatesafetyapprovedextension  
lead or adaptor. If in doubt consult your dealer.  
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of  
the plug immediately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent  
connection to the mains supply.  
If this product is not supplied with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted,  
then follow the instructions given below:  
IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which  
is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol  
Green or Green-and-yellow.  
or coloured  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following  
codes :-  
Fuse  
BLUE - NEUTRAL  
BROWN - LIVE  
When replacing the fuse only a 3AASTAapproved to BS1362 type should  
be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.  
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
Replacement fuse holders are available from Roberts Radio Technical  
Services at the address shown on the rear of this manual.  
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Guarantee  
This instrument is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of delivery to the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component  
breakdown, subject to the procedure stated below. Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced free  
of charge.  
The guarantee does not cover:  
1. Damage resulting from incorrect use.  
2. Consequential damage.  
3. Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers.  
N.B. Damaged or broken telescopic aerials will not be replaced under guarantee.  
Procedure:  
Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the instrument was purchased. It is likely that your Roberts' dealer  
will be able to attend to any defect quickly and efficiently but should it be necessary the dealer will return the instrument to the Company’s service  
department for attention. In the event that it is not possible to return the instrument to the Roberts' dealer from whom it was purchased, please contact  
Roberts Radio Technical Services at the address shown overleaf.  
These statements do not affect the statutory rights of a consumer.  
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ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES  
97-99 Worton Road  
Isleworth  
Middlesex  
TW7 6EG  
Technical Helpline :- 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri during office hours)  
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