Sharp An Pr1500h Operation Manual
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51 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ 1 Advanced Features Using the Radio Data System (RDS)RDS is a broadcasting service which a growing number of FM stations provide. These FM stations send additional signals along with their regular programme signals. They send their station names, and information about the type of programme such as sport, music, etc.When tuned to an RDS station, “RDS” and the station name will be displayed. “TP” (Traffic Programme) will appear on the display when the received broadcast carries traffic information, and “TA” (Traffic Announcement) will appear whilst a traffic information is on air. “PTYI” (Dynamic PTY Indicator) will appear whilst the Dynamic PTY station is received. Select “TUNER” function to use the Radio Data System (RDS). (Refer page 49) You can control the RDS by using the buttons on the remote control only.
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53 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ 1 Advanced Features Notes:zThe same station name can be stored in different channels. zIn a certain area or during certain time periods, the station names may temporarily be different.
AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 TINSEA127AWZZ 54 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ Advanced Features Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued)Notes:zIf the display has stopped flashing, start again from step 2. If the unit finds a desired programme type, the corresponding channel number will flash for about 4 seconds, and then the station name will flash for 7 seconds, which will remain lit. zIf you want to listen to the same programme type of another station, press the SHIFT and RDS PTY button whilst the channel number or station name is flashing. The unit will look for the next station. zIf no station can be found, “NOT FOUND” will appear for 4 seconds.If you select the traffic programme:If you select the traffic programme (TP) in step 3, “TP” will appear. (This does not mean that you can listen to the traffic information at that time.) When the traffic information is broadcast, “TA” will appear. Descriptions of the PTY (Programme Type) codes, TP (Traffic Programme) and TA (Traffic Announcement).You can search for and receive the following PTY, TP and TA signals.NEWS Short accounts of facts, events and publicly expressed views, reportage and actuality. AFFAIRS Topical programme expanding or enlarging upon the news, generally in different presentation style or concept, including debate, or analysis. INFO Programmes whose purpose is to impart advice in the widest sense. SPORT Programme concerned with any aspect of sport. EDUCATE Programme intended primarily to educate, of which the formal element is fundamental. DRAMA All radio plays and serials. CULTURE Programmes concerned with any aspect of national or regional culture, including language, theatre, etc. SCIENCE Programmes about the natural sciences and technology. VARIED Used for mainly speech-based programmes usually of light- entertainment nature, not covered by other categories. Examples include: quizzes, panel games, personality interviews. POP M Commercial music, which would generally be considered to be of current popular appeal, often featuring in current or recent record sales charts. ROCK M Contemporary modern music, usually written and performed by young musicians. EASY M Current contemporary music considered to be “easy-listening”, as opposed to Pop, Rock or Classical, or one of the specialised music styles, Jazz, Folk or Country. Music in this category is often but not always, vocal, and usually of short duration. LIGHT M Classical music for general, rather than specialist appreciation. Examples of music in this category are instrumental music, and vocal or choral works. CLASSICS Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber music, etc., and including Grand Opera. OTHER M Musical styles not fitting into any of the other categories. Particularly used for specialist music of which Rhythm & Blues and Reggae are examples. WEATHER Weather reports and forecasts and meteorological information. FINANCE Stock Market reports, commerce, trading, etc.
55 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ 1 Advanced Features Playing karaokeYou can enjoy karaoke to DVDs, video CDs, CDs, MP3 Discs, radio, cassettes, and other external devices by connecting a separately available microphone to this unit. CHILDREN For programmes targeted at a young audience, primarily for entertainment and interest, rather than where the objective is to educate. SOCIAL Programmes about people and things that influence them individually or in groups. Includes: sociology, history, geography, psychology and society. RELIGION Any aspect of beliefs and faiths, involving a God or Gods, the nature of existence and ethics. PHONE IN Involving members of the public expressing their views either by phone or at a public forum. TRAVEL Features and programmes concerned with travel to near and far destinations, package tours and travel ideas and opportunities. Not for use for announcements about problems, delays, or roadworks affecting immediate travel where TP/TA should be used. LEISURE Programmes concerned with recreational activities in which the listener might participate. Examples include, Gardening, Fishing, Antique collecting, Cooking, Food & Wine, etc. JAZZ Polyphonic, syncopated music characterised by improvisation. COUNTRY Songs which originate from, or continue the musical tradition of the American Southern State characterised by a straightforward melody and narrative story line. NATION M Current Popular Music of the Nation or Region in that countrys language, as opposed to International “Pop” which is usually US or UK inspired and in English. OLDIES Music from the so-called “golden age” of popular music. FOLK M Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a particular nation, usually played on acoustic instruments. The narrative or story may be based on historical events or people. DOCUMENT Programme concerned with factual matters, presented in an investigative style. TEST Broadcast when testing emergency broadcast equipment or receivers. ALARM ! Emergency announcement made under exceptional circumstances to give warning of events causing danger of a general nature. NONE No programme type (receive only). TP Broadcasts which carry traffic announcements. TA Traffic announcements are being broadcast. 1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. 2 Set the MIC VOL control to MIN to protect the speakers from shock noise and to avoid disturbing noises. 3 Connect the microphone(s) to the MIC 1 or MIC 2 socket or both sockets for enjoying duets.zUse a microphone with a 6.3 mm (1/4) plug, an impedance of 600 ohms. zUse a standard plug adaptor when using a microphone with a 3.5 mm (1/8) diameter plug. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10 0 Continued to the next page
AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 TINSEA127AWZZ 56 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ Advanced Features Playing karaoke (continued)Notes:zWhen you sing too loud through the microphone, your voice may be distorted depending on the devices connected. If this happens, lower the microphone volume. zIf an extremely sensitive microphone is used, howling may be generated. zUnidirectional microphone is more appropriate for vocal use. zThe volume of both microphones is set simultaneously. It is recommended to use microphones of the same sensibility. zWhen you connect or disconnect a microphone, the sound is muted for a few seconds.If squealing occurs:zReduce the microphone volume. zChange the direction of the microphone. zReduce the volume of the main unit. zMove the microphone away from the speakers. zKeep microphones away from each other.Caution:zWhen not using the microphone, remove it from the MIC socket. zWhen connecting or disconnecting the microphone, set the MIC VOLUME LEVEL control to MIN. zWhen using only one microphone, unplug the other.
57 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ 1 Advanced Features Timer and sleep operation (Remote Control only)Timer playback:The unit turns on and plays the desired source (DVD/CD, USB, TUNER, DIGITAL 1, DIGITAL 2, DIGITAL 3, LINE 1, LINE 2, LINE 3, SCART) at a preset time. Using the once timer and daily timer in combination:For example, use the once timer to listen to a radio programme, and use the daily timer to wake up.Note:When the setting times for daily timer and once timer overlap, the once timer takes priority. Allow an interval of at least 1 minute between operations.
AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 TINSEA127AWZZ 58 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ Advanced Features Timer and sleep operation (Remote Control only) (continued) Note: Checking the timer setting in the timer stand-by mode: Cancelling the timer setting in the timer stand-by mode: Reusing the memorised timer setting:The timer setting will be memorised once it is entered. To reuse the same setting, perform the following operations. 7 Set the time to finish as in steps 5 and 6 above. 8 Switch input with the or button, and then press the MEMORY/DIMMER button.To select the timer playback source: DVD/CD, USB, DIGITAL 1, DIGITAL 2, DIGITAL 3, LINE 1, LINE 2, LINE 3, SCART or TUNER. zWhen you select the tuner, select a station by pressing the or button, and then press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. zIf a station has not been programmed, “NO PRESET” will be displayed and timer setting will be cancelled. 9 Adjust the volume using the VOLUME control, and then press the MEMORY/DIMMER button.Do not turn the volume up too high. 10 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.The “TIMER” indicator lights up and the unit is ready for timer playback. 11 When the preset time is reached, playback will start.The volume will increase gradually until it reaches the preset volume. 12 When the timer end time is reached, the system will enter the power stand-by mode automatically. Once timer:The timer will be cancelled. The “r” indicator will blink during timer playback.Daily timer:The timer will operate at the same time every day. It will continue until the daily timer setting is cancelled. Cancel the daily timer when it is not in use. The “DAILY r” indicator will blink during timer playback. When performing timer playback using another unit connected to the USB terminal/ DIGITAL 1/DIGITAL 2/DIGITAL 3/LINE 1/LINE 2/LINE 3/SCART sockets, select USB or DIGITAL 1 or DIGITAL 2 or DIGITAL 3 or LINE 1 or LINE 2 or LINE 3 or SCART in step 8. This unit will turn on or enter the power stand-by mode automatically. However, the connected unit to USB terminal/DIGITAL 1/DIGITAL 2/DIGITAL 3/LINE 1/LINE 2/ LINE 3/SCART sockets will not turn on or off. 1 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. 2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select “ONCE” or “DAILY”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. 3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select “ONCE CALL” or “DAILY CALL”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. The unit returns to the timer stand-by mode after displaying the settings in order. 1 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. 2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select “ONCE” or “DAILY”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. 3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select “ONCE OFF” or “DAILY OFF”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. Timer will be cancelled (the setting will not be cancelled). 1 Turn the power on and press the CLOCK/TIMER button. 2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select “ONCE” or “DAILY”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. 3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select “ONCE ON” or “DAILY ON”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button. 4 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.
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AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 TINSEA127AWZZ 60 AN-PR1500H_EN.fm 06/3/14 AN-PR1500H TINSEA127AWZZ References Troubleshooting chartMany potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.