Page 3 - Contents
1 GB Contents About this instruction manual .............................................. 2 Introduction ............................................................................ 3 DDR-43 Plus Sound System features ................................ 3 Controls and connections ........................
Page 4 - About this instruction manual
2 About this instruction manual This instruction manual is split into sections for each of the different operating modes of your Sangean DDR-43 Plus Digital Sound System. The introduction describes the features and controls of the product. There are six sections covering the main features in detail ...
Page 5 - DDR-43 Plus Sound System features
3 GB DDR-43 Plus Sound System features The Sangean DDR-43 Plus Digital Sound System provides the following range of features in an attractive compact unit: 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). Playb...
Page 6 - Controls and connections
4 Controls and connections (Front) 1. Infra-red sensor 2. On / Standby button 3. Radio button 4. Volume Up and Down buttons 5. Media button 6. Info / Menu button 7. Folder button 8. Equaliser button 9. Sleep / Clock set button 10. Alarm button 11. Tuning Up / Fast-forward button 12. CD eject button ...
Page 8 - Remote control
6 Remote control A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. Note: The button marked Record is not used with the DDR-43 Plus. It is intended for use with another Sangean product. Button 8, marked CD/iPod/SD/USB, only provides access to CD and iPod functionality. The SD/USB marking...
Page 9 - Remote control battery replacement
7 GB 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 (-...
Page 11 - Using the sound system for the first time
9 GB 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 syst...
Page 17 - Alphanumeric
15 GB Station order setup - DAB+ Your radio has 3 station order settings from which you can choose.The station order settings are, alphanumeric, ensemble and valid. Note: The default station order setting is alphanumeric. 1. Press and release the Menu button so that “Station list” appears on the dis...
Page 21 - Operating your radio - Search tuning FM
19 GB Operating your radio - Search tuning FM 1. Fully extend the telescopic aerial. 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. 4. Press and release the Auto-tune button to cause your radio to scan in the dire...
Page 25 - Compact discs; Use only full size CDs (12cm diameter) with the sound system.
23 GB 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 ...
Page 26 - Inserting a CD; Playing a CD
24 Inserting a CD Ensure the CD player is empty before inserting a disc. If there is a discin 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. 1. Press the On / Standby button to switch on your sound system....
Page 29 - CD track programming
27 GB CD track programming In addition to playing of complete CDs, selected tracks, or arandom selection, the CD player allows you to programme a sequenceof up to 20 tracks to be played in whatever order you choose. 1. With the unit in CD mode and with a CD inserted, make sure that the CD is stopped...
Page 33 - iPod docking; To avoid possible damage to either device, not use your iPod
31 GB iPod docking Your DDR-43 Plus sound system has an iPod dock facility whichallows you to play digital audio files and video soundtracks held on youriPod directly. The DDR-43 Plus uses the Universal Dock Connector developedfor use with iPods. Recent models of iPod are supplied withadaptor insert...
Page 36 - Alarms
34 Alarms Your DDR-43 Plus sound system has two alarms which can each be setto wake you to DAB+, FM radio, CD, iPod or buzzer alarm. The alarmsmay be set while the unit is in standby mode or while playing. 1. Before setting an alarm ensure that the clock time is set (see page 37). Press and release ...
Page 39 - Setting the clock manually
37 GB Setting the clock manually The DDR-43 Plus will automatically set its clock when tuned to a DAB+ radio station 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 ca...
Page 41 - Standby brightness control
39 GB Standby brightness control The brightness of the display when the unit is in standby mode may be adjusted. If you use the unit in the bedroom, you may prefer a lower standby brightness level than the standard setting. 1. Press and hold the Menu button so that the display shows “Set Brightness”...
Page 45 - Headphone socket; Aerial removal
43 GB Headphone socket A 3.5mm 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: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Aerial removal The fi...
Page 46 - Touch panel sensitivity control
44 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 red...
Page 47 - System reset
45 GB 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. 2. Press and release the Tuning ...
Page 48 - Power Requirements; Circuit features
46 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. 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 int...
