Safety instructions Keep the radio away from heat sources. Do not use the radio near water. Avoid objects or liquids getting into the radio. Do not remove screws from or open the radio casing. Unplug the power adapter from the wall if the radio will not be used for a long period. Remove batteries if exhausted or if they will not be used again for a long period. Copyright Copyright 2003 by Imagination Technologies Limited. All rights reserved.
Contents Unpacking................................... 1 Introduction ................................ 1 Overview diagrams ..................... 2 Quick start .................................. 3 Connecting up ............................. 4 Using your EVOKE-2 ................... 6 Guide to digital radio ................ 14 Troubleshooting........................ 16 Aerial advice ............................. 17 Getting help .............................. 18 Accessories ..............................
Introduction Thank you for choosing the PURE EVOKE-2 DAB digital and FM radio. The EVOKE-2 uses the latest DAB technology to bring you crystal clear digital radio with no hiss, crackle or fade, and gives you access to more stations than ever before. In addition to great-sounding DAB digital radio, EVOKE-2 also receives FM so you won’t miss out on your favourite local FM stations.
Overview diagrams This section provides information on the controls and connectors available on the front and rear panels of your EVOKE-2.
Rear Panel Aerial socket for connection to the supplied telescopic or other aerial Headphone socket (3.5mm) for connection to headphones Digital Out socket (optical S/PDIF) digital output (DAB only) for connection to an external amplifier or recorder Stereo Line Out socket (3.
Connecting up This section provides information on connecting your aerial, power adapter and any other audio devices. Connector sockets are provided on the rear panel of your EVOKE-2. Before connecting other devices to your EVOKE-2, switch both devices off. For a quick setup you can connect just your power supply and aerial – the other connections listed are optional and will not prevent normal operation of the unit.
Connecting to an external recorder You can connect your EVOKE-2 to an external recording device. This may be a stand alone unit such as a tape recorder or MiniDisc recorder or it may be built into your existing hi-fi system. Connect the Stereo Out socket to the Line-in sockets on the back of your recorder using a suitable cable. Connect the Digital Out socket to the Digital-in socket on the back of your recorder using an optical cable. Remove the small plugs from the sockets first.
Using your EVOKE-2 This section provides information on using your EVOKE-2 including tuning, selecting a station and altering the displayed information. Switching on and off Before switching on for the first time, check all connections, extend your aerial and ensure that the volume is low. Push and release the Power button to switch the unit on or off. The LCD screen will light up when the unit is on and DAB mode is selected by default.
Tuning aid - See DAB Tuning aid on page 12 for details of using the tuning aid to improve reception. Autotune local - See Retuning your unit below for details of the local autotune option. Autotune full - See Retuning your unit below for details of the full autotune option. Retuning your unit You can re-tune your unit at any time using the autotune process. You may wish to do this if a new multiplex is launched or you move your unit to another room.
Selecting a station Selecting a station in DAB mode Once you have tuned your EVOKE-2 you select the radio station you want to listen to using the Tune knob. If you have assigned stations to presets you can also select them directly by pressing the relevant numbered button (1-6), see Storing and recalling presets on page 10. 1. The top line of the display shows the name of the currently selected station. Rotate the Tune knob to see the names of other stored stations on the bottom line of the display.
Changing the DAB display mode EVOKE-2 has six DAB display modes which enable you to view parts of the broadcast DAB data on the bottom line of the display. Press the Display button and repeat to cycle through the six different display modes. 9 Scrolling text The default mode, displays scrolling text messages which accompany the audio, where available. Program Type A label describing the type of content being broadcast by the service.
Storing and recalling presets The numbered buttons (1-6) enable you to store radio stations for one-touch access. You can store up to six DAB presets and up to six FM presets. To store a station You can store a station to a preset while listening to it or, in DAB mode only, when you see the station name on the bottom line of the display while scrolling through the station list. Press and hold down a numbered button for around two seconds to store the station under that number. The display shows e.g.
Advanced setup options The EVOKE-2 has a number of advanced features which enable you to change the order and number of stations on the DAB station list, use a DAB tuning aid, apply Dynamic Range Control (DRC) to a DAB signal and view the software version. In DAB mode, press the Setup button to enter the advanced setup menu, turn the Tune knob to scroll through the following menu options then push then Tune knob to select that option.
DAB Tuning aid This provides a signal level display which you can use to find the best position for your radio and aerial for DAB radio. When you select this option, the bottom line of the display shows the channel identifier and frequency. See page 15 for useful addresses which you can contact to find the channel identifier for a multiplex you want to receive. 1. Turn the Tune knob to scroll through different channels and push the Tune knob to select one.
Resetting your EVOKE-2 A reset option is provided to enable you to reset your unit. This removes all presets, stored stations and favourite station settings and resets all options to defaults. Performing an autotune process will solve most DAB problems but you may want to use this option if you move house or want to restore default values to options you have changed. To select the reset option: 1. Press and hold the Setup button for more than two seconds.
Guide to digital radio Your EVOKE-2 enables you to receive and listen to DAB radio programmes. Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) uses digital signals rather than traditional analogue signals enabling near CD-quality audio with virtually interference-free reception. DAB also enables broadcasters to transmit additional data along with the audio including other audio channels, text and in the future, perhaps computer data and images. Digital radio is broadcast as groups of data called ensembles or multiplexes.
Useful addresses The following addresses provide additional useful information about digital radio including coverage, available services and usage tips: 15 Digital Radio Development Bureau The Radio centre 77 Shaftesbury Avenue LONDON, W1D 5DU tel: e-mail: web: 08707 747474 info@drdb.org www.digitalradionow.com BBC Digital Radio Room 5661 Broadcasting House Portland Place London, W1A 1AA tel: e-mail: web: 08700 100 123 digitalradio@bbc.co.uk www.bbc.co.
Troubleshooting This section gives some of the most likely solutions to problems you might have with your EVOKE-2. I can’t get any sound Make sure your EVOKE-2 is plugged in or has batteries fitted and is switched on as explained on page 6. Check that the volume is not set too low, see page 9 for details. In DAB mode, ensure that you have completed the Autotune procedure to find digital radio stations as explained on page 7. In FM mode check that you are tuned to the correct frequency.
Aerial advice Your EVOKE-2 is supplied with a telescopic aerial. This is an indoor aerial which is designed to give good DAB reception in areas with good to moderate DAB signal strength and good FM reception. In areas with poor coverage or poor signal strength you may want to consider using a loft mounted or external aerial. To find out about DAB coverage in your area contact one of the organisations listed on page 15. The following options may help you improve reception in your area.
Getting help The Troubleshooting section of this manual, on page 16, lists some of the more likely reasons for problems you might have with your EVOKE-2. If you still have a problem with your unit, either visit our website at www.pure-digital.com or contact us using the details below for the latest support information. PURE Digital, Imagination Technologies Ltd, Imagination House, Home Park Estate, 01923 277477 Kings Langley, 01923 270188 Herts., WD4 8LZ, UK support@pure-digital.
Technical specifications This section lists the technical specifications for the EVOKE-2. General Stereo DAB digital and FM radio with full Band III DAB reception capability, for reception of all UK DAB broadcasts and full UK FM capability. Fully compliant with ETS 300 401 and capable of decoding all DAB transmission modes 1-4. Digital DAB output, analogue stereo output and headphone socket.
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