DAB+P Smart DAB Radio Receiver Quick Start Guide v.1.
INTRODUCTION The Dension DAB+P device is a universal solution for listening to your favorite DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) stations everywhere you want (car, home, office and many more). This device gives you an outstanding user experience displaying full DAB information (metadata) on your smartphone’s display using the free ‘Dension DAB+P Controller’ App for playback control. This manual will explain how to easily install and use the DAP+P device with your phone over the ‘Dension DAB+P Controller’ App.
DAB+P connectors Front view Back view DAB DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) is an international standard for digital radio broadcasts. The availability of DAB stations and broadcast coverage are very much location and country specific. Please consult your local broadcast information for availability.
DEVICE INSTALLATION The DAB+P device installation depends on the type of installation (temporary or permanent) and type of connection used (FM or AUX). Temporary installation: Use the cigar lighter power connection if you don’t want to install the DAB+P so that it could be removed easily later. Please note: If your cigar lighter connection provides continuous power, it is recommended to disconnect the DAB+P device each time when not in use to avoid battery discharge.
DAB+P has an additional AUX-input (3.5mm) into which other external devices can be connected. In order to use it, just connect the device and pause the playback on the ‘Dension DAP+P’ App. POSITIONING THE DAB ANTENNA The DAB reception and performance depends on many factors, both in the vehicle and other external conditions. Before you start the antenna installation and/or the product testing, please make sure that you have a good DAB coverage and reception.
CONTROL VIA AN ANDROID PHONE: Before you start, please visit Google Play to download the free App called ‘Dension DAB+P’. Please note: Having this application is essential; otherwise you won’t be able to connect, control and use the Dension DAB+P device. Please turn the ignition ON (if switched power is used) and check the status indicator LED on the DAB+P. The steady light means that the DAB+P receives electric power.
Main screen of the App In the ‘Settings’ menu you can select these 4 functions: All stations menu: List of all available stations Scanning: Station scanning Favourites menu: List of your favourite stations Settings menu: Bluetooth, FM or update options Select ‘Settings’. Turn the Bluetooth option ON, search for available devices and select ‘DAB-P Android’ and enter 0000 to pair. When the phone is connected the connection is displayed in the App.
Set the FM region upon first use: • Tap on option ‘US’ if FCC regulation is applied • Tap on option ‘EU‘ if CE regulation is applied Please note: Free FM frequencies are location dependent, therefore you might need to change the FM-settings again if traveling extensively. OPERATION First you need to perform a DAB scan to find all available stations in your area, therefore please select the scan option by pressing the loupe icon from the main menu and select ‘Yes’ on the pop-up screen.
You can browse in the ‘All stations’ list by swiping up and down. You can select a DAB station by tapping on it. During playback the station name and metadata (if available) will be displayed in the application.
Favourites All previously added favourite channels can be reached from the main menu if you tap on the presets icon. In order to remove an item from the list, just tap on the ‘Star’ icon. Currently unavailable stations appear in the presets list as well, but are marked as unavailable using grey letters. These stations cannot be tapped on, they are there to save your favourite station for when it will be available again.
CONTROL VIA AN IPHONE: Before you start, please visit the App Store to download the free App called ‘Dension DAB+P’. Please note: Having this application is essential; otherwise you won’t be able to connect, control and use the Dension DAB+P device. Please turn the ignition ON (if switched power is used) and check the status indicator LED on the DAB+P. The steady light means that the DAB+P receives electric power. If the LED does not light up when the device is connected please check the power connection.
Please select and run the ‘Dension DAB+P’ App from your iPhone. Note: You should pair your phone to DAP+P before running the application for the first time. Otherwise the authentication cannot proceeded, and none of the functions will be active in the app. If for some reason the pairing was not done (correctly) before the first run, you should terminate the application completely (by swiping its icon upwards from the running applications).
If you are using the DAB+P device over AUX, please go to the next chapter (Operation). After BT pairing, when used in FM mode, you need to set the FM frequency. In order to have the best FM transmission quality, search for a free frequency on your radio first, where there is no radio program available. Set the frequency in the App to that value.
The scanning procedure usually takes 20 seconds (within this time you can see a progress bar on the phone’s screen). When it is finished, all available stations will be listed and the first available station starts to play automatically. When it is finished, all available stations will be listed and the first available station starts to play automatically. You can browse in the ‘All stations’ list by swiping up and down. You can select a DAB station by tapping on it.
Playback screen When playback mode is active the following options are available: Previous channel: to select the previous station Favourites: to add this channel to your favourites Pause playback: to stop the playback or if you want to use the ‘External AUX’ option Next channel: select the upcoming station Important notes: When travelling frequently between different locations it is recommended to rescan all stations since the items in the previously saved list might not be available anymore.
In order to remove an item from the list, just tap on the ‘Star’ icon. Currently unavailable stations appear in the presets list as well, but are marked as unavailable using grey letters. These stations cannot be tapped on, they are there to save your favourite station for when it will be available again. Symptom Possible cause Solution No DAB channel is available after scanning 1. Antenna position is not correct / compatible or faulty 2. Poor DAB coverage 1.
distributors and retailers. Dension does not warrant any installation work or assume liability for any damage caused due to negligence, improper installation or operation. For warranty claims, proof of purchase is required UPDATE AND SUPPORT Please check the settings section in the ‘Dension DAB+P’ App for the latest firmware version and our website for product documentation as these may provide additional features or easier use of the product.
