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. Copyright Copyright 2003 by Imagination Technologies Limited. All rights reserved.
Contents Introduction ........................................................4 Unpacking ................................................................................. 4 Overview diagrams ................................................................... 5 Quick start .........................................................6 Using your TEMPUS-1.........................................7 Switching on and off.................................................................. 7 Tuning ....................
Introduction Thank you for choosing the PURE TEMPUS-1 digital radio. TEMPUS-1 offers the same digital-quality, interference-free audio as EVOKE-1, the world’s most popular DAB radio, plus a host of new features that make it the perfect bedside companion. A sleep timer and programmable alarms enable you to fall asleep listening to one station and wake up to another (or a simple alarm tone if you prefer).
Overview diagrams Front panel Autotune button provides one-touch tuning Standby button switches between standby mode and power on Sleep button sets TEMPUS-1 to enter standby in 15, 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes Info button changes the information shown on the display Menu button enables access to setup options and alarms Preset (1-5) buttons and ( ) to access presets 6-10 Tune knob enables you to change radio stations and menu options Vol knob adjusts the volume LCD backlit graphical LCD display SnoozeHandle™
Quick start This section provides information on how to set up and start using your TEMPUS-1. 6 1 Fully extend the telescopic aerial, connect the mains adapter and plug in to your power supply. 2 Set the volume control to low and push the Standby button to switch the unit on. The LCD lights up and the display shows ‘PURE TEMPUS-1’ and a progress bar on the bottom line indicates the progress of an autotune to find the stations available in your area.
Using your TEMPUS-1 Switching on and off Before switching on, extend your aerial, connect the power adapter and check that the volume is turned down. When you connect the power, TEMPUS-1 is in standby mode. Push the Standby button to switch it on. Push the Standby button again to return to standby. If your TEMPUS-1 has been unplugged from the mains there may be a slight delay while the time is updated when you switch it on. Tuning Tuning TEMPUS-1 is very simple.
Changing stations You change stations using the Tune knob. If you have assigned stations to presets you can also select them by pushing the relevant numbered button (1-5) or - . 1. The current station is shown at the top of the screen. Turn the Tune knob until you see the station you want to listen to on the bottom of the screen. 2. Push and release the Tune knob to change the station.
Changing the information displayed Press the Info button and repeat to cycle through the eight display modes. These modes affect what you see on the screen when you have not pressed a button for around ten seconds. Scrolling text The default mode, displays scrolling text messages which accompany the audio, when broadcast. Clock Displays a full screen clock with time obtained from the current multiplex.
Storing and selecting presets The numbered buttons and enable you to assign up to ten radio stations to presets for easy one-touch access. You can also automatically transfer your ten favourite stations to presets, see Changing the station order on page 8. To store a preset You can store a station to a preset while listening to it or when you see the station name at the bottom of the screen while scrolling through the station list.
When finished, press the menu button or wait a moment and you’ll return to your idle display mode. If your display mode is set to Clock you will see a bell symbol on the screen for each alarm that is set. Note If you set a radio alarm and the station is not available when it is due to go off a tone alarm will sound instead. Changing the alarm snooze time You can change the period that the alarm snoozes for when you touch the SnoozeHandle™. The default is 8 minutes. 1.
Recording from your TEMPUS-1 You can record from your TEMPUS-1 using the Stereo Out or Digital Out sockets. You can also set a record timer to automatically switch your unit on and tune to a particular station at a time of your choosing – this may be useful if you have a MiniDisc recorder or similar with a synchro-record facility and you use the Digital Out socket. See Connecting to an external amplifier or recorder on page 13 for details.
Changing the display settings You can change the screen brightness and choose to switch the backlight on or off in standby mode using these settings. Changing the screen brightness To change the screen brightness, press the Menu button, select Display and choose the Brightness option. When you select this option you see the current brightness at the top of the screen. Turn the Tune knob to choose between Low and High and push to select one.
Remove the small plugs from the sockets and connect the Digital Out socket to the Digital-in socket on your amplifier or recorder using an optical cable. Suitable connecting cables are available from PURE Digital, see page 21 for details of how to contact us. You also need to switch the Digital Out socket to ‘Off/Timer’ if you want to connect to a recorder with a synchro-record feature or ‘On’ if you want continuous output to an amplifier or recorder.
Upgrading your software You can upgrade the software in your TEMPUS-1 using a PC connected to the USB connection on the rear panel. To install an upgrade push the Menu button, turn the Tune knob and push to select Sw upgrade and follow the instructions provided with the software. Upgrades may be issued to provide enhanced functions or improve performance. Check our website for details of when software upgrades are available and instructions on how to install them.
Hints and tips This section provides information on advanced DAB features and offers advice which may help if you are having problems with your TEMPUS-1. Adjusting the DRC value DRC (Dynamic Range Control) makes the quieter sounds in a broadcast more audible at low volume or in a noisy environment. The DRC level of a broadcast is set by a broadcaster and transmitted with the signal. At the time of writing very few stations transmit a DRC level.
Troubleshooting This section gives some of the most likely solutions to problems you might have with your TEMPUS-1. I can’t hear the station I have selected on the display The top line of the display shows the currently selected station. To change station you need to scroll the station list displayed on the bottom line of the display and confirm your selection by pressing the Tune knob.
Improving reception Although DAB is excellent at providing quality audio from very little signal, the quality can suffer if reception is poor. A number of factors can affect reception including the position of your radio and coverage in your area. The following sections give advice on how to maximise reception. Using the Tuning aid This option provides a signal level display which you can use to find the best position for your radio and aerial.
1. Telescopic aerial Optimise the position of your telescopic aerial by extending it as high as possible and pointing it vertically. Use the tuning aid to fine tune the aerial placement, see page 18. 2. TV/FM aerial If you have an externally mounted TV or FM aerial it may provide a stronger signal than an indoor aerial but as they are not tuned for the digital radio frequency range and are pointed at your local TV/FM transmitter, reception may be no better.
Resetting your TEMPUS-1 A option is provided to enable you to reset your unit. This removes all presets, stored stations, alarms, record timers and favourite station settings and resets all options to defaults. Performing an autotune will solve most problems but you may want to use this option if you want to restore default values to options you have changed. To select the reset option: 1. Press and hold the Menu button for more than two seconds. The display will show ‘Press Tune to confirm reset’.
Accessories PURE Digital supply a range of accessories and complementary products for your TEMPUS-1 including a matching ST-1 auxiliary speaker for stereo output, aerial removal spanner, external aerials, signal boosters, audio cables and adapters. Visit the shop section of our website at www.pure-digital.com or call us on 01923 277488 to find out more. Note You can also order an ST-1 speaker directly using the form on your warranty card. Warranty information Imagination Technologies Ltd.
Technical specifications General Stereo digital radio (stereo output requires optional auxiliary speaker, headphones or external amplifier) with full Band III reception capability, for reception of all UK DAB broadcasts. Alarm/clock functions Two alarm settings with separate station or tone selection and optional daily, weekday or weekend settings. SnoozeHandle™ controls snooze function and clock display. Configurable sleep timer. Nine record timers for use with a separate recording device.
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