1. Okwu mmalite
This manual provides detailed instructions for the operation and maintenance of your Soundmaster DAB280SW Portable DAB+ and FM RDS Digital Radio. The DAB280SW is a versatile portable radio featuring DAB+ and FM RDS reception, a headphone jack, and a practical carrying handle. It offers excellent sound quality and user-friendly controls, including preset station memory and alarm functions.

Image 1.1: The Soundmaster DAB280SW Portable DAB+ and FM RDS Digital Radio, showcasing its compact design and carrying handle.
2. Ozi nchekwa
- Gụọ ntuziaka niile nke ọma tupu i jiri ngwaọrụ ahụ.
- Ewepụla unit ahụ na mmiri ozuzo ma ọ bụ mmiri iji gbochie ọkụ ma ọ bụ ujo eletrik.
- Hụ na ikuku dị mma gburugburu ebe ahụ. Ekpuchila oghere ikuku.
- Use only the specified power adapter or batteries.
- Emeghela casing. Kpọtụrụ ndị ọrụ ruru eru ọrụ niile.
- Debe ihe ahụ ka ọ ghara ịpụta ìhè n'anwụ, ebe okpomọkụ na-esi, na ebe magnet siri ike.
- Tụfuo batrị n'ụzọ ziri ezi dịka iwu obodo siri dị.
3. Ihe ngwugwu
Biko lelee na ihe niile dị:
- Soundmaster DAB280SW Portable Radio
- AC Power Adapter (if included)
- Akwụkwọ ntuziaka onye ọrụ
4. Akụrụngwa Ngwaahịa
- DAB+ Digital Radio Tuner
- FM - RDS Radio Tuner
- 10 preset station memory buttons for quick access
- Total of 40 presets available (20 DAB+, 20 FM)
- Dual alarm times
- Sleep and Snooze functions
- Jack ekweisi 3.5mm
- Portable design with carrying handle
- Battery or AC powered operation
5. Njikwa na Ngosipụta
Familiarize yourself with the controls on your radio:

Foto 5.1: Elu view of the radio showing the display, SCAN/SELECT, MENU/INFO, PRESET buttons, and preset buttons 1-8.
- POWER/MODE Button: Press to turn the unit on or off. Press repeatedly to switch between DAB+ and FM modes.
- TUNE- / TUNE+ Buttons: Used to manually tune frequencies in FM mode or navigate through DAB+ stations/menu options.
- SCAN/SELECT Button: Initiates a scan for stations in DAB+ or FM mode. Also confirms selections in menu.
- MENU/INFO Button: Accesses the menu settings. Press repeatedly to cycle through information display (e.g., program type, signal strength).
- Bọtịnụ PRESET: Used to save and recall favorite stations.
- Bọtịnụ akwadoro (1-10): Direct access buttons for your stored favorite stations.
- Mpịakọta olu: Tụgharịa iji mezie ọkwa mmepụta ọdịyo.
- Ngosipụta: Shows station information, time, menu options, and other relevant data.

Image 5.2: Close-up of the radio display showing a 'Suchlauf...' (scanning) message, indicating station search in progress.
6. Nhazi
6.1 Ịkwado Ngalaba ahụ
The DAB280SW can be powered by either the included AC power adapter or batteries.
- Ike AC: Connect the AC power adapter to the DC IN jack on the rear of the unit and plug the other end into a standard wall outlet.
- Ike batrị: Open the battery compartment on the rear of the unit. Insert the required number of batteries (type not specified, typically C or AA) ensuring correct polarity (+/-). Close the battery compartment securely.

Foto 6.1: N'azụ view of the radio, illustrating the battery compartment cover and the AC power input socket.
6.2 mmezi nke antenna
For optimal reception, fully extend the telescopic antenna located on the rear of the unit. Adjust its position and angle to achieve the best signal quality for both DAB+ and FM broadcasts.
7. Ntuziaka ọrụ
7.1 Gbanyụọ ma ọ bụ gbanyụọ
Pịa IKE/Ụdị button to turn the radio on. Press and hold the IKE/Ụdị bọtịnụ iji gbanyụọ redio.
7.2 Selecting DAB+ or FM Mode
With the radio powered on, press the IKE/Ụdị button repeatedly to cycle between DAB+ and FM radio modes. The current mode will be displayed on the screen.
7.3 Ọrụ redio DAB+
- Nhazi Oge Mbụ: When you first power on the radio in DAB+ mode, it will automatically perform a full scan for available stations. This may take a few minutes.
- Nyocha akwụkwọ ntuziaka: To initiate a full scan at any time, press the Nyocha / Họrọ bọtịnụ.
- Ebe Ịhọrọ: After a scan, use the TUNE- or TUNE+ buttons to scroll through the list of available DAB+ stations. Press Nyocha / Họrọ iji kwado nhọrọ gị.

Image 7.1: The official DAB+ digital radio logo, indicating support for digital audio broadcasting.
7.4 FM Redio arụ ọrụ
- Nyocha akpaaka: Na ọnọdụ FM, pịa Nyocha / Họrọ button to automatically scan for and stop at the next available strong station.
- Akwụkwọ ntuziaka: Jiri ihe TUNE- or TUNE+ buttons to manually adjust the frequency in small increments. Press and hold these buttons for faster tuning.
7.5 Nchekwa na Icheta Presets
The radio allows you to store up to 20 DAB+ and 20 FM stations as presets.
- Iji chekwaa ihe edobere: Kpọọ ọdụ achọrọ. Pịa ma jide PRESET button until 'Preset Store' appears on the display. Use the TUNE- or TUNE+ buttons to select a preset number (1-10 for direct access, or 11-20 via menu). Press Nyocha / Họrọ to confirm. Alternatively, for direct access presets (1-10), press and hold the desired numbered preset button.
- Icheta ihe atọrọ: Pịa nkenke PRESET bọtịnụ, wee jiri TUNE- or TUNE+ to select the desired preset number and press Nyocha / Họrọ. For direct access presets (1-10), simply press the corresponding numbered preset button.
7.6 Alarm, Sleep, and Snooze Functions
The DAB280SW includes dual alarm times, a sleep timer, and a snooze function. Refer to the detailed menu options for setting these features:
- Ịtọ mkpu: Pịa MENU / INFO button to enter the menu. Navigate to the 'Alarm' option using TUNE- or TUNE+ na pịa Nyocha / Họrọ. Follow the on-screen prompts to set Alarm 1 and Alarm 2, including time, source (DAB/FM/Buzzer), and duration.
- Oge ụra: In the menu, select 'Sleep'. Choose a duration (e.g., 15, 30, 60 minutes) after which the radio will automatically turn off.
- Soo: When an alarm sounds, press any button (except POWER/MODE) to activate the snooze function, which will temporarily silence the alarm for a short period.
7.7 Ojiji Ekweisi
To listen privately, plug 3.5mm stereo headphones into the headphone jack located on the side of the unit. The internal speaker will automatically mute.
8. Nlekọta
- Nhicha: Jiri akwa dị nro hichaa otu ahụ. Ejila ihe nchacha abrasive ma ọ bụ ihe mgbaze.
- Ngbanwe batrị: If using batteries, replace them when the low battery indicator appears on the display or when performance degrades. Ensure to use fresh batteries of the correct type and dispose of old batteries properly.
- Nchekwa: If storing the radio for an extended period, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.
9. Nchọpụta nsogbu
- Enweghị ike: Check if the AC adapter is securely connected or if batteries are inserted correctly and are not depleted.
- Nnabata na-adịghị mma: Fully extend and adjust the telescopic antenna. Try moving the radio to a different location, away from other electronic devices that may cause interference. Perform a full scan for stations.
- Enweghị ụda: Check the volume level. Ensure headphones are not plugged in if you intend to use the speaker.
- DAB+ Stations Missing: Perform a full DAB+ scan. DAB+ coverage may vary by location; check local availability.
- Ngosipụta anaghị arụ ọrụ: Try turning the unit off and on again. If the issue persists, contact customer support.
10. Nkọwapụta
| Njirimara | Nkọwapụta |
|---|---|
| Nlereanya | DAB280SW |
| Nkà na ụzụ Tuner | DAB+, FM RDS |
| Ndị otu redio akwadoro | FM (up to 108 MHz) |
| Ebe atọrọ ụzọ | 40 (20 DAB+, 20 FM) |
| Mmepụta ọdịyo | Jack ekweisi 3.5mm |
| Isi Iyi Ike | AC Power Adapter, Battery Powered |
| Akụkụ ngwaahịa (L x W x H) | 25 x 6 x 12 cm |
| Ibu Ibu | 0.6 kilogram |
| Atụmatụ pụrụ iche | Portable, Dual Alarm, Sleep/Snooze |

Image 10.1: The Soundmaster DAB280SW radio with its approximate dimensions (25cm length, 6cm width, 12cm height) indicated.
11. Akwụkwọ ikike na nkwado
Your Soundmaster DAB280SW radio comes with a standard manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included in your package for specific terms and conditions. For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or warranty claims, please contact your retailer or the Soundmaster customer service department. Contact information can typically be found on the manufacturer's websaịtị ma ọ bụ na nkwakọ ngwaahịa.





