Sony XDR-S41D Portable DAB/FM Digital Radio Instruction Manual

DIGITAL RADIO DAB/FM
Operating Instructions 

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Getting Started

1. Connect the AC adaptor or insert four batteries.

Then, extend the antenna.
When the AC adaptor is connected, even if batteries are inserted, the power source will automatically switch from batteries to AC power.
To use the unit on batteries

To use the unit on battery power, unplug the connector of the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack. The unit cannot be powered by batteries if the connector of the AC adaptor is plugged into the DC IN jack.
Insert the – side of the battery first.

Tips

• The backlight will turn off if no operation is performed for about 30 seconds to minimize power consumption.
• Alkaline batteries are recommended. The use of manganese batteries is not recommended, since this type of battery has an extremely short usage time.

2. Turn on the radio.
When turning on the radio for the first time DAB autotune will start automatically when the radio is turned on for the first time. After DAB auto-tune is completed, the radio receives the first station in the DAB station list stored by DAB auto-tune. If you want to cancel DAB auto-tune process, press BACK.

Tip
To perform DAB autotune again later, see “To make a new DAB/FM station list” below.

Listening to the Radio

1. See “Setup menu options” for manual tuning.
Turn on the radio, and then select the DAB or FM function.
When selecting the FM function for the first time
FM autotune will start automatically when the FM function is selected for the first time.

Tips

• Even if you select “Later” on the “Get FM station name” screen, FM station names will be received and stored in the unit while you are listening to broadcasts.
• FM station names may not be transmitted, depending on the station.

2. Select the desired station or service.
Slide the jog lever up or down to make a selection.

About the FM auto-tune process
You can cancel the FM auto-tune process that starts after the FM function is selected for the first time. However, if you want to tune to stations by station list, you will need to perform FM auto-tune. For details on how to perform FM autotune later, see “To make a new DAB/FM  station list.”

Assigning Stations to the Preset Buttons

1. Tune to the station you want to preset.
   Follow the steps in “Listening to the Radio” above.
2. Press and hold the desired preset button (1 – 5) until “Station saved to preset x.” appears on the display.
   Example: Assigning a station to the preset button “1”
   To assign other stations to the rest of the preset buttons, repeat the same procedure.

Assign your favorite stations to the 5 preset buttons. You can assign up to 5 stations each for DAB and FM functions.

To change button assignment

1. Tune to a new station.
2. Press and hold the preset button you want to change until “Station saved to preset x.” appears on the display.

The previously assigned station on the selected button will be replaced by the new one.
Tip
The button assignment information remains in the radio’s memory even after DAB and FM auto-tunes are performed.

Listening to an Assigned Station

Press the desired preset button (1 – 5).

Example: When the preset button “1” is pressed
Note
To prevent the assigned station from being changed by mistake, do not hold the preset button down.
To improve DAB/FM radio reception

Note
When adjusting the antenna, be sure to hold it by the bottom part. The antenna may be damaged if you move it with excessive force while holding it by the upper part.
To make a new DAB/FM station list
If you have moved to another region, perform DAB and FM auto-tunes again. Select the DAB or FM function, then press AUTOTUNE.

Notes

• The currently stored station list will be cleared once the auto-tune process starts.
•  When the setup menu is displayed, the autotune will not be performed even if AUTO TUNE is pressed.

Note on FM auto-tuning
Be sure to select “By station list” in “FM tune mode” before starting FM auto-tune. When “Manual tune” is selected, scan tuning will start instead. See “Setup menu options” for details.

To search FM stations (scan tuning)
You can search receivable FM stations in 0.05 MHz steps.
Select the FM function, then press AUTOTUNE. Be sure to select “Manual tune” in “FM tune mode” (See “Setup menu options.”) before using this function.
If a receivable station is found, “[ENTER]: Select” appears on the display. Press the jog lever to receive the station. (If you do not press the jog lever within 3 seconds, the search will restart.)

Tips

• You can also search FM stations by sliding and holding the jog lever up or down after selecting the FM function.
• Press BACK to stop searching FM stations.

Guide to parts and controls

Battery indicator
The battery indicator lights up when using the unit on batteries. The remaining battery power is displayed in 5 levels.

Replace all the batteries with new ones when the low battery warning message flashes.

Setup menu options

To go back to the upper menu level Press BACK.
To exit the setup menu Press MENU again.

Wake-up timer

Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when using the wake-up timer. The wake-up timer cannot be used when using the unit on batteries.
Enable: Select this option when using the wake-up timer.
Disable: Select this option when not using the wake-up timer.
Wake-up timer setting: Select this option when setting the wake-up timer. You can set the wake-up timer as follow.

1. Select “Timer setting” and set the hour and minute.
2. Select “Wake station” and set a station.
   After you have selected the setting, press
   BACK until the display returns to the
   “Wake-up timer setting” menu.
3. Select “Volume setting” and adjust
   the volume using the jog lever.
   After you have adjusted the volume, press
   BACK until the display returns to the
   “Wake-up timer” menu.
4. Select “Enable,” and then press the jog lever.
   When the wake-up timer is set, “ ” lights up on the display.

Sleep

The radio automatically turns off after a set time has elapsed.
Select the desired timer setting (minutes) from the following:
Off (deactivated)/15 min./30 min./45 min./ 60 min.
When the sleep timer is set, “SLEEP” lights up on the display.
Information DAB
Displays information for the station to which you are listening. Slide the jog lever up or down to scroll through the following information:
Channel: Channel and frequency (See the DAB frequency table in “Specifications.”)
Multiplex name: Ensemble label (up to 16 characters long)
Service name: Station name
PTY: PTY label (See “PTY (program type)” in “Specifications.”)
Bit rate: Bitrate
Signal level: Displays the signal level for the DAB station to which you are listening, ranging from 0 (no signal) to 100 (maximum signal).
Note
If there is no ensemble label or no station name the space for label or name will be blank. If there’s no PTY label, “No PTY” will appear on the display.
FM tune mode FM 
Select the tuning mode for FM.
By station list: You can select the desired station from the list of FM stations stored by auto-tune.
When selecting this option, the display will change to the FM station list. Select the desired station from the list.
Manual tune: You can manually tune to the desired FM frequency in 0.05 MHz steps. Slide the jog lever up or down to tune to the desired frequency. In “Manual tune” mode, you can use the scan tuning function (See “To search FM stations (scan tuning)” for details.).
Edit FM station list FM 
You can edit the FM station list.
Get FM station name: Perform this operation when you want to receive RDS information such as station names. Select “OK” to
start scanning for RDS data.
Notes

• Set “FM tune mode” to “By station list” before you perform this operation.
• The currently stored RDS information will be cleared once scanning starts.
• It may take a long time to receive all the available RDS data.

Delete FM station: You can delete any unwanted stations from the FM station list.

1. Slide the jog lever up or down to select the station you want to delete, and then press the lever.
2. Slide the jog lever up or down to “OK,” and then press the jog lever.

Add FM station: When listening to a manually tuned station, you can add the station to the FM station list. Select “OK” to add the station to the list. Be sure to set “FM tune mode” to “Manual tune” before using this option.

Backlight
Auto: The backlight will turn off automatically if no operation is performed for 30 seconds.
Always-ON: The backlight will be on all the time.
Time
Set time: “Auto (DAB)” is set by default. This enables the clock to synchronize with the DAB data being received. Select “Time setting” to set the clock manually using the jog lever.
12H/24H: Select the clock display mode, 12-hour clock or 24-hour clock.
Beep
Select “On” to activate the beep sound when you operate the radio.
DAB manual tune DAB
If DAB reception by DAB autotune is poor, try manual tuning.
Slide the jog lever up or down to select the desired DAB channel, then press the lever.
The radio starts scanning for receivable stations in the selected channel.
Tip
The new station received by manual tuning is stored in the DAB station list.
Initialize
Select “OK” to initialize the radio to the factory default settings. All settings, DAB and FM station lists and assignment information on the preset buttons will be deleted.

Listening through headphones

Connect headphones that have a stereo or monaural* mini plug (not supplied).

Note
When connecting headphones to the unit, use headphones with a stereo (3-pole) or monaural (2-pole) mini plug. If you use headphones with another type of plug, there may be noise interference or no sound may be heard.

* When listening to stereo sound using monaural headphones, you will hear sound from the left channel only.
Maintaining the moderate volume level
The radio limits the maximum volume to allow you to listen to the sound at a moderate volume level when using the headphones. When you try to adjust the volume to a level that exceeds the specified level, the “Check The Volume Level” message appears.

Note
The volume is lowered automatically and the “Volume Lowered” message appears if you do not lower the volume for the specified period of time after the “Check The Volume Level” message appears.

About RDS Features

What is RDS?
Introduced by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) in 1987, the Radio Data System (RDS) allows information such as station names to be received via the 57 kHz sub-carrier signal of FM broadcasts. However, the availability of RDS data varies depending on the area. It therefore may not always be possible to receive RDS information.
Using the RDS functions 
This radio supports the following RDS functions.

Notes

• The RDS functions will not be activated if the FM station being received is not transmitting RDS data. They may also not work properly in areas where RDS transmissions are in the experimental stage.
• If the radio signal being received is weak, it may take time to receive the RDS data.

CAUTION
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
The latest EU Importer Information This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation.
EU Importer: Sony Europe B.V.
Inquiries to the EU Importer or related to product compliance in Europe should be sent to the manufacturer’s authorized representative, Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe B.V., Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium.

Precautions

• Operate the unit only on the power sources specified in “Specifications.” For battery operation, it is recommended that you use four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. For AC operation, use only the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use any other type of AC adaptor.
• Failure to use the supplied AC adaptor may cause the unit to malfunction, as the polarity of the plugs of other manufacturers may be different.
• To use the unit on battery power, unplug the connector of the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack. The unit cannot be powered by batteries if the connector of the AC adaptor is plugged into the DC IN jack.
• Use the unit within a temperature range of 0°C to 40°C. If it is used in temperatures higher than this range, the display may gradually turn black. If it is used in temperatures lower than this range, the display may change very slowly. (These irregularities will disappear and there will be no damage to the unit when the unit is used in the recommended temperature range again.)
• Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked in the sun.
• Do not expose the unit to strong impact or excessive force. A glass material is used for the display in some models. If the glass chips or cracks, it may cause injury. In that case, stop using the unit immediately and make sure not to touch the damaged parts.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the batteries, and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnetism.
• To clean the casing, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.
• Do not operate the unit with wet hands since it may cause a short circuit.
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different type of batteries.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Check if the batteries are inserted in the correct orientation (+ and -) when the radio does not turn on after battery replacement.
• Batteries have a recommended use-by date for proper use. When using expired batteries, battery life will be extremely short. Check the use-by date on the batteries and if they are expired, replace them with new ones.
• Make sure not to splash water on the unit. This unit is not waterproof.
• Under certain circumstances, especially when the air is very dry, it is not uncommon to experience a discharge of static electricity, or shock, when your body comes in contact with another object, in this case, the earbuds touching your ear(s). The energy from this natural discharge is extremely small and is not emitted by your product but rather a natural environmental occurrence.
• Listening at high volume levels over extended periods of time may harm your hearing. Be particularly careful when listening through headphones.
• Sudden loud output may harm your ears. Increase the volume gradually. Be particularly careful when listening through headphones.
• Do not use headphones while walking, driving a car or motorcycle, cycling, etc. A traffic accident may result.
• Do not use headphones in situations where being unable to hear ambient sound is dangerous, such as at railroad crossings, on train station platforms, and at construction sites.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer? The display is dim, or no indication is displayed.

• The radio is being used in extremely high or low temperatures or in a place with excessive moisture.

Very weak or interrupted sound, or unsatisfactory reception.

• If you are in a building, listen near a window.
• Extend the antenna and adjust the length and the angle for the best reception. See “To improve DAB/FM radio reception” for details.
• If a mobile phone is placed close to the radio, a loud noise may be heard from the radio. Keep the phone away from the radio.

The battery gets exhausted very quickly.

• Check the estimated battery life described in “Specifications” and be sure to turn off the radio when not using it.

The desired station cannot be received when a preset button is pressed.

• You may have held down the preset button to which the station was assigned, causing the station to be replaced by a new one. Assign the desired station again.
• Preset buttons cannot be used when the setup menu is displayed.

The battery compartment lid has come off.

•  The battery compartment lid is designed to come off when opened with excessive force. Insert the right hinge of the lid into the right hole of the compartment (1), then insert the left hinge into the left hole (2).

If maintenance service is performed
All user-configured settings, such as preset radio stations, the timer settings, and the clock, maybe initialized.
Please note your settings in case you need to configure them again.

Messages

Low Battery (flashes, and the power is turned off)

• The batteries are exhausted. Replace all the batteries with new ones.

No preset

• No station in the selected band (DAB or FM) has been preset to the pressed button.

Service not available

• The selected station or service is currently not broadcasting.

Specifications

Frequency range
DAB (Band-III): 174.928 MHz – 239.200 MHz
FM: 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz (0.05 MHz step)
Intermediate frequency
DAB (Band-III): 2.048 MHz
FM: 1.943 MHz
DAB (Band-III) frequency table (MHz)

Speaker: Approx. 80 mm dia., 4 Ω, monaural
Audio power output: 650 mW
Output: (headphones) jack (ø 3.5 mm, stereo mini jack)
Power requirements: 6 V DC, four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
External power source: DC IN 5 V 0.5 A
Battery life (JEITA)*
Approx. 25 hours for DAB, 27 hours for FM
(Using Sony (LR6SG) alkaline batteries)
Approx. 10 hours for DAB, 11 hours for FM
(Using Sony (NH-AA) Ni-MH 1,000 mAh batteries)
Dimensions: Approx. 180 mm × 95 mm × 36 mm
(W/H/D) excl. projecting parts and controls
Mass: Approx. 430 g incl. batteries

Supplied accessories: AC adaptor (1)
* When “Auto” is selected for the backlight setting and listening through the speaker. Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Association) standards. The actual battery life varies significantly depending on battery type, usage, and circumstances.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
PTY (program type)
This function indicates services in program type, such as News or Sports, transmitted in the DAB.
If the service does not transmit the program type, “No PTY” appears.