IMPERIAL DABMAN 17

IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 Portable DAB+ and FM Radio User Manual

Model: DABMAN 17 (22-128-00)

1. Inleiding

Thank you for choosing the IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 portable radio. This device offers versatile audio entertainment with DAB+, FM radio reception, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB playback. Its compact design and replaceable battery make it ideal for on-the-go use. This manual provides essential information for safe and efficient operation of your device.

Lees asseblief hierdie handleiding deeglik deur voordat u die toestel gebruik en bewaar dit vir toekomstige verwysing.

IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 portable radio with antenna extended

Image: The IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 portable radio with its telescopic antenna extended, displaying station information on its LCD screen.

2. Veiligheidsinligting

  • Moenie die toestel aan reën, vog of uiterste temperature blootstel nie.
  • Vermy om die toestel naby hittebronne of in direkte sonlig te plaas.
  • Moenie die toestel oopmaak nie casing. Herstelwerk moet slegs deur gekwalifiseerde personeel uitgevoer word.
  • Use only the specified charging cable and battery type.
  • Hou die toestel weg van sterk magnetiese velde.
  • Gooi batterye en die toestel weg volgens plaaslike regulasies.

3. Pakketinhoud

Kontroleer asseblief dat alle items teenwoordig is:

  • IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 Portable Radio
  • 1050 mAh Li-ion Battery (pre-installed or separate)
  • USB-A na USB-C-laaikabel
  • Gebruikershandleiding
IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 product packaging

Image: The product packaging for the IMPERIAL DABMAN 17, illustrating the radio, its key features, and included accessories.

4. Produk verbyview

Familiarize yourself with the various parts and controls of your DABMAN 17 radio.

4.1 Voorkant View

Voorkant view of IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 radio

Beeld: Voorkant view of the IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 radio, displaying the speaker grille, LCD screen, and control buttons (MODE, INFO, OK, navigation).

  • Luidsprekerrooster: Oudio-uitvoer.
  • LCD-skerm: Wys stasie-inligting, tyd en kieslysopsies.
  • MODUS-knoppie: Switches between DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, and USB modes.
  • INFO-knoppie: Displays additional information (e.g., signal strength, program type).
  • Navigasieknoppies (Op/Af/Links/Regs/OK): Used for menu navigation, station tuning, and selection.

4.2 Bo View

Top view of IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 radio with antenna and preset buttons

Beeld: Bo view of the IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 radio, showing the telescopic antenna, three preset buttons (1, 2, 3), and the power button.

  • Teleskopiese antenna: For DAB+ and FM radio reception. Extend fully for best reception.
  • Voorafingestelde knoppies (1, 2, 3): Quick access to stored favorite stations.
  • Kragknoppie: Skakel die toestel aan/af.

4.3 Kant View (Hawe)

Kant view of IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 radio showing USB, headphone, and DC 5V ports

Beeld: Sykant view of the IMPERIAL DABMAN 17 radio, highlighting the USB port, 3.5mm headphone jack, and DC 5V power input (USB-C).

  • USB-poort: For playing music from a USB storage device.
  • Koptelefoonaansluiting (3.5 mm): Vir privaat luister.
  • DC 5V Power Supply (USB-C): For charging the battery and powering the device.

5. Opstelling

5.1 Batteryinstallasie en -laai

The DABMAN 17 uses a replaceable 1050 mAh Li-ion battery. Ensure the battery is correctly inserted before first use.

  1. Vind die battery kompartement op die agterkant van die radio.
  2. Insert the Li-ion battery, ensuring correct polarity.
  3. Maak die batterykompartement se deksel stewig toe.
  4. Connect the supplied USB-A to USB-C charging cable to the DC 5V port on the side of the radio and to a USB power adapter (not included) or a computer USB port.
  5. The display will indicate charging status. A full charge ensures long operating time.

Let wel: The radio can be operated while charging. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before the first use.

5.2 Aanvanklike aanskakeling

  1. Trek die teleskopiese antenna volledig uit vir optimale ontvangs.
  2. Druk en hou die Kragknoppie on the top of the radio to turn it on.
  3. Upon first power-on, the radio may automatically initiate a DAB+ scan to find available stations.
  4. Volg enige aanwysings op die skerm vir die aanvanklike opstelling, soos taalkeuse.

6. Bedryfsinstruksies

6.1 Aan/Af en Volumebeheer

  • Krag aan: Druk en hou die Kragknoppie.
  • Skakel af: Druk en hou die Kragknoppie weer.
  • Volume aanpassing: Gebruik die Links en Reg navigation buttons to decrease or increase the volume.

6.2 Moduskeuse

Druk die MODE-knoppie repeatedly to cycle through the available modes:

  • DAB+ radio
  • FM Radio
  • Bluetooth
  • USB-weergawe

6.3 DAB+ Radiowerking

  1. Kies DAB+ modus met behulp van die MODE-knoppie.
  2. If it's the first time or if stations need updating, the radio will perform a full scan. To manually initiate a scan, navigate to the menu and select "Full Scan".
  3. Gebruik die Up en Af navigation buttons to browse through the list of available DAB+ stations.
  4. Druk die OK-knoppie to select and play a station.
  5. Druk die INFO -knoppie aan view details like program type, signal strength, and bit rate.

6.4 FM-radiowerking

  1. Kies FM modus met behulp van die MODE-knoppie.
  2. Om outomaties vir stasies te skandeer, druk en hou die OK-knoppieDie radio sal beskikbare stasies skandeer en stoor.
  3. Alternatiewelik, gebruik die Up en Af navigation buttons for manual tuning.
  4. Druk die OK-knoppie to confirm a frequency or select a stored station.

6.5 Storing and Recalling Preset Stations

The radio features three dedicated preset buttons (1, 2, 3) on the top for quick access to your favorite stations.

  • Om te stoor: Tune to the desired DAB+ or FM station. Press and hold one of the Preset Buttons (1, 2, or 3) until "Preset Stored" appears on the display.
  • Om te onthou: Druk kortliks die verlangde Preset Button (1, 2, or 3) to instantly switch to the stored station.

6.6 Bluetooth-werking

  1. Kies Bluetooth modus met behulp van die MODE-knoppie. The display will show "Bluetooth Pairing" or similar.
  2. Aktiveer Bluetooth op jou slimfoon of ander Bluetooth-toestel en soek vir beskikbare toestelle.
  3. Select "DABMAN 17" from the list of devices to pair.
  4. Once paired, you can play audio from your connected device through the radio.
  5. Use the navigation buttons on the radio or your connected device to control playback (play/pause, skip tracks).

6.7 USB-terugspeel

  1. Insert a USB storage device (e.g., USB flash drive) containing audio files in die USB-poort aan die kant van die radio.
  2. Kies USB modus met behulp van die MODE-knoppie.
  3. The radio will automatically detect and start playing audio files vanaf die USB-toestel.
  4. Use the navigation buttons to control playback (play/pause, skip tracks, navigate folders).

7. Onderhoud

  • Skoonmaak: Vee die radio af met 'n sagte, droë lap. Moenie skuurmiddels of oplosmiddels gebruik nie.
  • Batterysorg: If the radio will not be used for an extended period, it is advisable to remove the battery. Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
  • Antenna: Handle the telescopic antenna carefully to avoid bending or breaking.

8. Probleemoplossing

Probleem Moontlike oorsaak Oplossing
Geen krag / Radio skakel nie aan nie. Die battery is leeg of nie korrek geplaas nie. Laai die battery. Maak seker dat die battery korrek geplaas is.
Swak radio-ontvangs (DAB+/FM). Antenne nie uitgestrek nie, swak seinarea, interferensie. Fully extend the antenna. Move the radio to a location with better reception. Avoid sources of interference.
Bluetooth-saambinding misluk. Radio not in Bluetooth mode, device too far, Bluetooth off on source device. Ensure radio is in Bluetooth mode. Place devices closer. Enable Bluetooth on your source device.
USB-terugspeel werk nie. USB device not inserted correctly, unsupported file formaat, korrup files. Ensure USB device is fully inserted. Check file formats (e.g., MP3). Try a different USB device.
Geen klank nie. Volume te laag, oorfone gekoppel, stilte geaktiveer. Increase volume. Disconnect headphones if not needed. Check if mute is active.

9. Spesifikasies

Modelnommer 22-128-00
Radio Bands DAB/DAB+, FM/UKW
Konnektiwiteit Bluetooth, USB
Luidspreker Uitset 3 W
Battery Tipe 1050 mAh Lithium-ion (replaceable)
Kragbron Battery powered, DC 5V via USB-C
Spesiale kenmerke Integrated clock, lightweight, portable, rechargeable, multilingual menu, headphone jack, 3 station preset buttons, backlit display.
Afmetings (L x B x H) 12.8 cm x 3.2 cm x 7.2 cm
Versoenbare toestelle Headphones, MP3 player, laptop, smartphone, tablet.

10. Waarborg en Ondersteuning

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation provided with your purchase or visit the official IMPERIAL webwebwerf. Bewaar u bewys van aankoop vir waarborgeise.

This product is designed for personal use. Any unauthorized modifications or use outside the scope of this manual may void the warranty.

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