GENUS Vero 1 Manuel utilisateur

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Genus Vero Model-1

DAB/FM Stereo Radio with Alarm Clock

USER GUIDE

Genius Consultancy and Marketing Limited

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Contents

1Introduction to Genus Vero Model-1 ............................................... 3

2Safety Instructions – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ............................... 4

2.1 Cleaning ...........................................................................................................4

2.2 Servicing...........................................................................................................4

3Product Diagrams ........................................................................ 5

4Getting Started ........................................................................... 6

4.1 Switching On for the First Time............................................................................6

4.2 Auto Scan / Full Scan .........................................................................................6

4.3 No Stations Available..........................................................................................6

5Using DAB Radio.......................................................................... 7

5.1 Finding & Selecting a Station...............................................................................7

5.2 Using Presets.....................................................................................................7

5.3 Changing the Information on the Display ..............................................................8

6Menu Options.............................................................................. 9

6.1 Station Order.....................................................................................................9

6.2 Manual Tune......................................................................................................9

6.3 Software Version..............................................................................................10

7FM Radio ...................................................................................11

8Clock & Alarm Functions ..............................................................12

8.1 Setting the Clock .............................................................................................12

8.2 Setting the Alarms ...........................................................................................12

8.3 To enable or disable a PRESET ALARM:...............................................................12

8.4 To turn an ALARM OFF:.....................................................................................13

8.5 SNOOZE Function: ...........................................................................................13

8.6 SLEEP Function:...............................................................................................13

9Performing a RESET ....................................................................15

10 Display......................................................................................15

10.1 Brightness Control............................................................................................15

11 G-ProTM .....................................................................................15

12 Technical Specification.................................................................16

13 Headphone Output......................................................................16

14 Battery Mode .............................................................................16

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1Introduction to Genus Vero Model-1

Thank you for choosing the Genus Vero Model-1 Stereo DAB/FM Radio with

Alarm Clock.

The Vero-1 offers everything you would expect from a DAB/FM Radio – great

sound quality, ease of use and beautiful design.

The Vero-1 can be used as an alarm clock offering the choice of waking up each

morning to crystal clear DAB radio in stereo sound or if you prefer, an alarm

buzzer. The Vero-1 includes two separate alarm types with three options for

settings.

Genus aim to provide our customers with well designed, quality products that you

will enjoy for many years to come but to achieve this we need your valued

feedback. Please feel free to contact us via our website with your comments

PLEASE READ THIS USER GUIDE IN FULL TO GET THE BEST OUT OF THE VERO-1. The

user guide contains all the information you require to use the product in the

manner it was intended. PLEASE RETAIN THIS USER GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

For any technical issues not covered by the user guide - full product support is

available at the end of a phone Monday – Friday (9.00am – 5.00pm) or at the

‘Frequently asked questions’ page of www.genusdigital.com . For more info

about customer support visit www.genusdigital.com

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2Safety Instructions – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

•DO NOT use your VERO-1 near water

•DO NOT allow your VERO-1 to get wet

•DO NOT use the VERO-1 near heat sources

•Ensure that cables are NOT positioned in a manner in which they may suffer

abrasion, be walked on or trapped.

•DO NOT remove any screws or open the casing of the product

•ONLY use the supplied power adapter

•DO NOT cover the ventilation slots on the VERO-1 *

•DO NOT place anything in the ventilation slots of the VERO-1

•Fit the mains adaptor to an easily accessible socket, located near the radio

* Your GEO-1 should be positioned to ensure good ventilation so that it will not

overheat. It is recommended to allow a minimum of 5cm free space around it

when choosing its location

2.1 Cleaning

•UNPLUG your VERO-1 before you clean it

•DO NOT use a liquid or aerosol cleaner

•DO NOT use an abrasive cleaning product

•Clean your VERO-1 ONLY using a soft damp (not wet) cloth

2.2 Servicing

•DO NOT attempt to repair any part of your VERO-1

•Contact your dealer if you have any doubt or questions regarding the

installation or operation of your VERO-1

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3Product Diagrams

CONTROL PANEL

SIDE PANEL

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4Getting Started

4.1 Switching On for the First Time

•For best reception fully extend the antenna on the VERO-1.

•Connect the power adapter provided to the VERO-1. Now plug into the mains

socket and switch mains on.

•Power your radio by the switch on the right hand side of the radio

•Press the STANDBY button to turn the device on.

•The VERO-1 will now search for available stations. Allow the device to perform

this function. This may take up to one minute (depending on number of

stations available locally).

•The VERO-1 will automatically tune into the first available station

•If required, reposition the antenna in order to achieve the best reception

quality.

•The optimum reception on any DAB product is normally achieved if the

product is positioned as close as possible to a window.

NB It is advisable to perform a ‘full scan’ to benefit from all the DAB channels

available in your area (see Full Scan below)

4.2 Auto Scan / Full Scan

Your VERO-1 will perform a fast auto scan the first time you switch it on as

detailed above – you can repeat this at any time by pressing the scan button.

But to ensure that you are receiving all of the channels available to you it is

advised that you perform a Full Scan. To perform a Full Scan:

•Press and hold the auto-scan button for 3 seconds

4.3 No Stations Available

If no stations are found:

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•Try adjusting the antenna or relocating the radio in the room (e.g. closer

to a window)

•Your VERO-1 will provide you with menu options to repeat the scanning

process or to allow you to tune manually

•If you still fail to find stations please check that you have DAB coverage in

your area by visiting www.digitalradionow.com

5Using DAB Radio

5.1 Finding & Selecting a Station

Stations will be listed alphabetically unless selected otherwise (see Menu

Options – changing station order)

•To find a station turn the SCAN KNOB to move up or down the station list

alphabetically

•When you have found the station you would like to listen to press ‘SELECT’.

•If new stations have become available in your area you will need to perform a

Full Scan (see Getting Started – Auto Scan / Full Scan). Any new stations will

then automatically be added to the station list.

5.2 Using Presets

Your VERO-1 can store up to 10 stations as presets allowing you to move

between your favourite stations quickly and easily.

Presets 1-5 are selected with the keys labelled 1-5

Presets 6-10 are selected using the shift keys then the keys labelled 1-5.

e.g. Preset 6 is selected by using shift and then key 1

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To store a station as a preset:

•Tune the radio to the station you wish to store.

•To store the station, press and hold down the chosen PRESET button until

you see the message ‘preset x saved’. The station you were tuned into is now

stored.

•To store other stations – tune into the station required and repeat as above

for other presets (1-10)

•To overwrite a preset – tune into the station you wish to store, press and hold

the chosen PRESET button. If another station was already stored on this

preset it will now have been overwritten with the new station.

•To select a stored preset. When the radio is turned ON press the relevant

PRESET button. The radio will tune into the selected preset.

5.3 Changing the Information on the Display

It is possible to regularly change the displayed information on the screen.

To choose one of the following options press the ‘display’ button repeatedly:

•Scrolling text (DLS) – the default mode and broadcast by most stations

•Programme type – type of content being broadcast

•Multiplex – all stations belong to a multiplex that are groups of stations owned

and broadcast by a single operator

•Time and Date – an accurate time and date service updated from the

multiplex

•Channel – Multiplex channel and frequency

•Mode – Indicates stereo or mono and the bit/data rate that is being used by

the broadcaster. This will depend on the content being broadcast.

•Signal error – the lower the signal error, the better the reception quality at

that time and location

To show a graphic signal strength indicator:

•Press the ‘select’ button at any time when tuned into a station. The empty

block indicates the minimum required level for good reception and the filled

blocks show the current level.

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•If required move the antenna around until the filled blocks move past the

empty block.

6Menu Options

To select a menu option press the ‘MENU’ button then scroll through the

options using the ‘SCAN KNOB’. When you have found the menu option you

require press ‘SELECT’ key, (the centre of the scan knob).

The menus options are as follows:

6.1 Station Order

By selecting the ‘Station Order’ option you can change the order in which your

stations appear on the station order list. Choose one of the below options then

press SELECT

•Alphanumeric – all stations are sorted alphabetically (default)

•Active Stations – all stations that are active will appear at the top of the list

and all inactive stations at the bottom of the station list. Inactive stations are

the stations that appear with a ‘?’ next to them

•Favourite Stations – this displays your ten favourite (most listened to)

stations at the top of the list and the rest below in alphanumeric order. Your

favourite stations are those that appear with a ‘<’ next to them

•Prune Stations – if you move a DAB radio to a different location, certain

stations on your station list may no longer be available however these will

continue to appear on your station list as ‘inactive’ stations and will appear

with a question mark ‘?’ next to them. These stations can be deleted by

selecting the ‘Prune Stations’ option

Scroll through this list using the SCAN KNOBS and then press SELECT to

choose your preferred option

6.2 Manual Tune

Selecting the ‘Manual Tune’ menu option shows the signal strength to help

you find the optimum position for your VERO-1 and the antenna

•Press the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons to find the channel that you want then

press SELECT (UK stations are in the range 11B to 12D). The signal meter will

be displayed. The empty block indicates the minimum required level for good

reception and the filled blocks show the current level.

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•Move the antenna around until the filled blocks move past the empty block.

When you have a good signal the display will show the multiplex name and

add its stations to the list

NB You can display the signal level at any time by pressing the SELECT button

while you are listening to a station

6.3 Software Version

If you call requiring technical support you may be asked to give these details

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