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DAB+ Digital Radio

BR08DAB
The Gold Technical Support Line: 1902 215 259
(Charges will apply at $2.95 per minute)
www.bushaustralia.com.au

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Introduction

Warranty

Thank you for buying this Bush product, which is designed to

In the unlikely event that your product fails to work

give you many years of trouble-free service.

normally, please call the below free phone numbers to

You may already be familiar with using a similar unit, but

discuss the problem with one of our qualified service

please take the time to read these instructions.

engineers.

Safety is important

Australia

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

Bush Warranty: 1800 509 394

Therefore, please ensure you read the “Safety

New Zealand

Instructions carefully” before you operate this unit.

Bush Warranty: 0800 450 259

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Contents
Safety Instructions………………………………………….……………….……..3
What is DAB+……………………………………………………………………… 4
Unit Overview…………………………………………………………………….... 5
Getting Started…………………………………………………………………….. 6
Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………….9
Specification………………………………………………………………………...9
Warranty……………………………………………………………………………. 10

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 Do not place the radio in a closed cabinet without
proper ventilation during operation.

Safety Instructions
Ensure that you read all of these safety instructions

Cleaning

carefully, before operating this unit.

 Disconnect the radio from the mains supply before
cleaning.

Safety Considerations
so that they are not likely to be walked on, pinched or

 Do not use any liquids or aerosol cleaners, as this
may damage the radio. Use a soft, dust free cloth.

where items can be placed on or against them.

Servicing

 Position the power cable and other connected cables

 Do not use the unit in humid or damp conditions.
 Do not allow the unit to get wet.

 There are no user serviceable parts in the unit. When

 Never allow children to insert foreign objects into the
holes or slots on the unit.
 Do not cover the ventilation holes with items such as;
tablecloths or curtains, this may cause overheating.
 No naked flame sources, such as lit candles, should

 Consult your retailer if you are ever in doubt about the

servicing, refer to a qualified service professional.
installation / operation / safety of the product.

be placed on or near the unit.
 Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing water,
and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on or near the radio.

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automatically and tunes-in all of the available stations in

What is DAB+

your area.

DAB+ was developed in Europe by a consortium of
broadcasters and manufacturers. DAB+ uses digital

Scrolling Text

compression techniques to transform the source material,

Broadcasters can transmit text to your radio. This way

i.e. music and speech, into better quality audio.

you can read the name of the DJ, artist, song title or any

Interference Free Reception

other information they choose.

Analogue systems suffer from an effect called „multipath

DAB+ Coverage

distortion‟. This is because waves do not behave in an

Check your local coverage at

orderly fashion, but bounce and reflect off buildings etc.
DAB+ sees this as an advantage and uses the directed

www.digitalradioplus.com.au, or alternatively text

and reflected signals to reinforce the end result, allowing
for better service more of the time.

0409-DRPLUS to receive an SMS confirming whether

No Need to Re-tune

you reside in a DAB+ broadcast area.

A single DAB+ frequency can be used to cover the whole
of the Australia, so solving many problems experienced
with the earlier analogue system. DAB+ scans

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Unit Overview
FRONT VIEW

1. Display Screen: The display will
show your station information and
radio menu options.
2. Power
: Press and release
the Power Button to turn on and
press again to turn off.
3. Telescopic Aerial: Extend the
aerial for the best radio
reception.
4. MODE: Press to switch between
DAB+ and FM.

TOP VIEW

SIDE VIEW

5. MENU: Press to enter the main menu
6. and : Press to scroll through the
DAB+, FM or menu options.

6. Volume ‘+’ and ‘-’: Press to increase or
decrease the volume level.

6.

: Press to confirm any menu or settings
options.
7. PRESETS: Press to store up to 20
DAB+/FM Stations for easy access.
8. INFO: Press to view the station information
provided by the broadcaster.

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9. Headphone
Socket
10. Power Socket

BACK VIEW

11. Battery Door

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Getting Started
Carefully remove your Radio from the box. We recommend

use; it will automatically begin to scan for DAB+ radio stations.

keeping the packaging for future reference.

A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the
number of stations found during the scan will be displayed.

Setting up

When the scan is complete your radio will select the first

It is important that you consider carefully in advance where

available station and begin to play. Stations are listed in

your radio will be situated and make sure that it is:

numerical and then alphabetical order by default.

 On a flat and stable surface

Note: The DAB+ radio station list is stored in the memory and

Note: Never place your radio on antique or polished surfaces.

so the next time you switch your radio on, the station search

 Within 1.5 metres of a power socket

does not take place.

 Where you can fully extend the telescopic aerial

Step 4: Inserting the batteries (optional). Before installing the

Step 1: Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the

batteries (not included) please ensure that the DAB+ Radio is

right hand side of the radio and plug the power adaptor into the

unplugged from the mains power supply.

mains power wall socket and switch on.

On the back of the radio, press in and push down on the two

Step 2: Fully extend the telescopic radio aerial in a vertical

ribbed triangle areas to remove the battery cover. Insert 4 x

position to obtain the maximum signal strength.

1.5V AA-size batteries, making sure to note the „+‟ and

Step 3: Press the power switch on the front of the radio, to the

„-„markings and position the batteries the correct way around.

right of the display. The display will switch on and for the initial

Replace the battery cover, making sure it „clicks‟ shut.

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If used continuously on battery power, your Radio has an

you pause on a station, the radio will tune to that station and

approximate battery life of 4 hours when using good quality

begin to play.

batteries.

Scanning for DAB+ Stations

Note: For battery operation, please switch off the mains

With DAB+ radio, it‟s a good idea to carry out a scan every

adaptor and remove the mains power plug from the radio back.

now and then to make sure that you have the most up to date

Switching on and off

station list stored within the memory of your radio.

Press and release the

button to switch on or off.

1. Press the „MENU‟ button on the top of the radio.

Switching between DAB+ and FM mode

2. Press the

button until „Full scan‟ is displayed. Press the

Press the „MODE‟ button on the top of the radio to switch

round „SELECT‟ button to confirm. „Auto Tune Full scan‟ will

between DAB+ and FM mode.

be displayed, followed by „Searching...‟. A progress bar will

Adjusting the volume

show the progress of the scan and the number of stations

Press the „+‟ or „-‟ buttons on the top of the radio to increase or

found during the scan.

decrease the volume level.

Tuning to an FM station

Info button

Press and hold the

Press the „INFO‟ button on the top of the radio repeatedly, in

for the next available station. The RDS information for each

DAB+ or FM mode, to display the available station information.

station will be displayed, if available.

Changing DAB+ Stations

Note: You can press and release the

Press the or buttons to scroll through the station list. When

the frequency in 0.05MHz steps.

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or buttons to scan the FM frequency

or

to move through

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Storing station presets

listen to. The radio will instantly tune to that station and

You can store up to 10 DAB+ and 10 FM stations in the preset

begin to play.

memories.

Note: If no DAB+ or FM station has been stored under the preset,

1. Press the „MODE‟ button to change to the mode that you

the display will change to ‘Preset X empty’ and then revert to

would like to store presets in (DAB+ or FM).

the previously selected station.

2. Tune your radio to the station that you would like to save to

Software version

a preset.

The helpdesk may ask you for the software version of your

3. Press and hold the „PRESETS‟ button on the top of the radio

product.

until you see the presets number flashing.
4. Press the

1. Press the „MENU‟ button on the top of the radio.

or buttons to select the preset number that

2. Press the

you would like to store. Press the round „SELECT‟ button to

or buttons to scroll to „SW Version‟. Press

the round „SELECT‟ button to display the software version.

confirm.

Factory Reset

Tune to a radio station preset

You may need to carry out a reset to factory defaults. Please

1. Press the „MODE‟ button to change to the mode that the

note that all of your station presets will be deleted when you

preset was stored in (DAB+ or FM).
2. Press the „PRESETS‟ button and press the

reset your radio.
or buttons to

1. Press the „MENU‟ button on the top of the radio.

scroll through the station preset stations.

2. Press the

3. Press „SELECT‟ when you see the station that you would to

or buttons to scroll to „RESET‟. Press the

round „SELECT‟ button to reset your radio.

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Troubleshooting
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the radio for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following the
below hints we suggest you consult you retailer or service professional.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the unit yourself, as this would invalidate the warranty.
PROBLEM
No Sound

POSSIBLE CAUSE
The volume may have been set to low.

SOLUTION
Adjust the Volume level of the radio.

The Buttons on the Unit
are not Responding
Radio Poor Reception

Electrostatic discharge or interference from
other electrical equipment.
There is weak aerial signal or there may be
interference from other electrical equipment.

Turn the unit off and wait for 5 – 10 seconds
and turn the unit back on
Keep the unit away from other electrical
equipment, where possible.

SPECIFICATIONS
Model number ………………….........……
Power Supply…………………..................

Frequency range (DAB+) ………............
Audio Output……….......…..........….........
LCD Display………........….......................
Dimensions……….......…..............…........

BR08DAB
AC Power Input: 100-240Vac, 50-60Hz
AC Power output: DC6V/500mA
(please use our provided adapter)
DAB+ (174-240MHz)
FM (87.5-108MHz)
0.5Wrms
High resolution display
127mm x 57mm x 134mm

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accordance with the instructions contained in the manual;

Warranty

 This product must be used solely for domestic purposes;

Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This product is

 The warranty does not cover accidental damage;

warranted for any defect in materials or workmanship for one

 The warranty will be rendered invalid if the product is

year after the original date of purchase. This product is for

resold or has been damaged by inexpert repair;

normal domestic and office use only. This warranty does not

 The manufacturer disclaims any liability for incidental or

cover damage from misuse or neglect, accidental damage,

consequential damaged.

vermin infestation, excessive voltages such us lightning or

This warranty is in addition to, and does not diminish,

power surges or any alternation that affects the performance

your statutory or legal rights.

or reliability of the product.
In the unlikely event that your product fails to work normally,
please contact the Bush Warranty on 1800 509 394 (Australia)
or 0800 450 259 (New Zealand) and have your receipt of

PO BOX 6287

purchase on hand.

Silverwater NSW 1811

This warranty is subject to the following provisions:

Bush Warranty: 1800 509 394 Australia

 It is only valid within boundaries of the country of purchase;

Bush Warranty: 0800 450 259 New Zealand

 The product must be correctly assembled and operated in

www.bushaustralia.com.au

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PO BOX 6287
Silverwater NSW 1811
www.bushaustralia.com.au



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