3-275-121-11(1)

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Setting the clock

AM 12:00 (or 0:00) will blink in the display when the batteries are installed or the AC power adaptor is plugged in, and then POWER is pressed for the first time after purchase, or after resetting.
1 Hold down CLOCK for more than 2 seconds to show the time set

display.

DAB/FM DIGITAL RADIO

Operating Instructions

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately. Notice for the customer in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
2 Turn U (up)/u (down) to select OFF and press PRESET/

ENTER.

The hour indication starts blinking. Example: 12-hour system.

TIME SET AM 12:00

3 Turn U/u to set the hour, and then press PRESET/ENTER.
The minute indication starts blinking.
4 Turn U/u to set the minute, then press PRESET/ENTER.
The clock starts operating, and : starts blinking. Tips To set the current time rapidly, hold U/u. To set the current time exactly to the seconds, adjust the minute function in step 4 and then press PRESET/ENTER to synchronize it with a time signal (such as the telephone time signal). The clock system varies depending on the model purchased. For example, in the 24-hour system, 0:00 is indicated as midnight, and 12:00 is indicated as noon. Notes If you do not operate within 65 seconds while setting the clock, the clock setting mode will be cancelled. To cancel the clock setting mode halfway, press CLOCK. To show the current time as DAB is received, press DISPLAY. (See Changing the display).

Features

DAB(Band-III) Digital Radio. Easy view, 2-line character dot LCD display. Simple operation for station selection. Three Direct preset station buttons. Sleep timer and clock display. Stereo headphone jack. Battery (LR6 4) or mains operated.

XDR-S55DAB

2007 Sony Corporation Printed in China

Choosing power sources

Installing Batteries (See fig. A) 1 Open the battery compartment at the rear of the unit. 2 Install four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (not supplied),
observing polarity, and then close the lid.
Battery Life (Approx. hours) When using Sony alkaline LR6 (size AA) DAB 8.5 FM 8 (JEITA*)
Setting the Clock Auto Adjustment Function
This function enables the built-in clock of this unit to automatically synchronize with any DAB data being received.

DAB/FM TUNE MODE SC

2 Turn U/u to select ON and press PRESET/ENTER.

AUTO TIME SET ON OFF

CLOCK ADJ lights and DAB data adjusts the clock as it is received. Notes If DAB is not available (depending on area), you can disable this function. If this function is active while adjusting the clock manually, DAB data will adjust the clock the next time the unit receives it.

PRESET 1, 2, 3

* Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) standards. The actual battery life may vary depending on the circumstance of the unit.

TUNE MODE AUTO TUNE

DAB/FM SC

PRESET / ENTER

Knowing when to replace the batteries
POWER SLEEP AUTO TUNE PRESET/ENTER When the batteries become weak, the sound becomes weak and distorted. When the batteries are completely exhausted, E appears on the display and the power is turned off. When E appears, replace all batteries with new ones. After the batteries are replaced, press POWER to turn the indication off. Notes on replacing the batteries Do not take more than about 1 minutes to replace the batteries, otherwise the clock, any lists of receivable broadcasts for DAB scan, preset favourite services and all settings will be initialized. Should that happen, set the functions again. If the batteries are replaced while the power is on, the unit may revert to the factory setting. Notes on batteries Do not attempt to recharge dry batteries. Do not carry batteries with coins or other metallic objects. It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the batteries are accidentally contacted by a metallic object. If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion. Do not use different types of batteries at the same time. When you replace the batteries, replace all with new ones.

Headphone jack

Operating the radio
The unit can receive DAB services and FM stations, both of which feature PRESET and MANUAL modes - DAB services also feature ALPHABETICAL mode. ALPHABETICAL: To select a stored service in alphabetical order. PRESET: To select preset services. P appears in the display. MANUAL: To adjust the frequency incrementally.

DC IN 6V

U/u dial
1 Press POWER to turn on the radio.
When the unit is turned on again, the last band you listened to is received.

VOLUME

2 Press DAB/FM SC repeatedly to select the desired band.
Each press changes the band as follows:

DAB FM

BETA 1 EUROPEAN EQUITIE

DISPLAY

If the battery compartment lid comes off (See fig. B)
The battery compartment lid is designed to come off when opened with excessive force. To put it back on, see the illustration.
3 Press TUNE MODE to select the desired mode. 4 Turn U/u to tune to the desired service or station.

Two short beeps sound when the lowest ensemble of DAB or the minimum frequency of FM is received during tuning.

LR6 (size AA) 4

1 Insert the right hinge of the lid into the right hole of the unit. 2 Insert the left hinge in the left hole of the unit.
5 Adjust the volume using VOLUME.
Notes in FM usage The channel step is set to 0.05 MHz on FM. When a stereo broadcast is received in FM, ST appears in the display. Notes in DAB usage Before receiving DAB broadcasts, one or more ensembles should be stored in the list by the DAB scan. (See Initial setting for the DAB). If there are no services, you can choose only MANUAL mode. <NO ENSEMBLE> appears when the ensemble for the selected service cannot be received.
Using House Current (See fig. C)
Connect the AC power adaptor (supplied) to the DC IN 6 V jack firmly, and plug it into a wall outlet. Notes on the AC power adaptor When operating the unit with the internal batteries, remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet and the DC IN 6 V jack. Make sure that the plug of the external power source is disconnected before operating the unit. Use the supplied Sony AC power adaptor only. The polarity of the plugs of other manufacturers may be different. Failure to use the supplied AC power adaptor may cause the unit to malfunction.
BETA 1 <NO ENSEMBLE>
If a selected service finishes broadcasting, sound stops and <NO SERVICE> appears. In this case, turn U/u to select another service.
Insert the E side of the battery first.
AC power adaptor (supplied)

Improving the reception

(See fig. D)
DAB Band-III/FM: Extend the telescopic aerial and adjust the length and the angle for best reception. Note Adjust the direction of the aerial by holding the bottom of it. The aerial can be damaged when you move the aerial with excessive force.
About the SC (Secondary Component)
If the selected primary component has a secondary component, SC blinks on the display.

BETA 4 EUROPEAN EQUITIE

Press DAB/FM SC for more than 2 seconds to receive the desired secondary component. SC appears while the secondary component is received. Turn U/u or pressing DAB/FM SC does the following:

U (up) or u (down)

Initial setting for the DAB
When the batteries are installed, or when the AC power adaptor is plugged in for the first time after purchase (or after resetting), the unit will automatically scan and create a list of receivable broadcasts. If you wish to scan for the DAB broadcasts again, or when the unit is reset, do the following:
Ensemble Service 1 Component Service 2 Component Service 3 Component
Secondary Component DAB / FM SC

Aerial

1 Adjust the aerial accordingly. 2 Press POWER to turn on the radio. 3 Hold down AUTO TUNE for more than 2 seconds.
INIT INITIALIZE OK? appears in the display.

4 Press PRESET/ENTER.

No sound will be heard, and <SCANNING> appears in the display. DAB scan takes about 30 ~ 90 seconds. When finished, the unit receives the first service in alphabetical order stored by the DAB scan.

Service 4 Component

Secondary Component A Secondary Component B

INIT <SCANNING>

Note When the selected secondary component is finished, the unit returns automatically to the primary component.
Notes If you do not operate within 65 seconds, the initial scan mode will be cancelled. If no broadcasts are found by the DAB scan, SIGNAL NOT FOUND appears in the display.

SIGNAL NOT FOUND

To cancel the DAB scan halfway, press AUTO TUNE. Any services received before you cancel are added to the list of receivable services. If the batteries are removed for a certain period, the received history list will be deleted, requiring you to scan again. If you set the initial setting, any DAB services registered as PRESET are erased. If you change the units location of use, or want to add a new service after the initial setting, press and release AUTO TUNE. FULL <SCANNING> appears in the display and the unit will automatically scan and create a list of receivable services.

RESET button

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Presetting your favourite services or stations
There are two ways to preset services, Direct Preset and Preset Mode. You can preset 10 services in DAB and 10 stations in FM, including 3 services stored on the Direct Preset buttons (PRESET 1 3). You can enjoy any three preset services as Direct Presets, for immediate recall by pressing one of the PRESET buttons. Preset services you use often to Direct Preset for your convenience.

Scan tuning (FM only)

The unit will automatically scan FM station.

Precautions

Operate the unit only on the power sources specified in Specifications. For battery operation, use four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. For AC operation, use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use any other type of AC power adaptor. The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. Use the unit within a temperature range of 0C to 40C (32F to 104F). If it is used in temperatures higher than this range, numbers may appear in the display which have nothing to do with the frequency being received. If it is used in temperatures lower than this range, the numbers displayed may change very slowly. (These irregularities will disappear and there will be no damage to the unit when the unit is used in the recommended temperature range.) The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is located on the bottom exterior. Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked in the sun. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the AC power adaptor and remove the batteries, and have the unit checked by a qualified personnel before operating it any further. In vehicles or buildings, radio reception may be difficult or noisy. Try listening near a window. Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep away personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet. To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
1 Press POWER to turn on the radio. 2 Press DAB/FM SC to select the FM band. 3 Press AUTO TUNE.
Scanning starts from the frequency being tuned in. When a station is received, scanning pauses for 3 seconds and then continues.
4 When the unit tunes in to the desired station, press AUTO TUNE

again to stop scanning.

Presetting services or stations
To preset by Direct Preset
5 If necessary, turn U/u to tune in to the station more precisely. 6 Adjust the volume using VOLUME.

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in Operating the radio and manually tune in
to the service or station you wish to preset.
2 Hold down one of the PRESET buttons (PRESET 1 3) for

more than 2 seconds.

A beep sounds and STORED appears for one second in the display, and the service is stored. To preset by Preset Mode
Changing the display (DAB only)
To change the display mode
Press DISPLAY. The selected display mode remains even if you turn the unit off and on again, or change the band. A dynamic label can be up to 128 characters long. PTY, service and ensemble labels can be up to 16 characters long. Each time you press DISPLAY, the bottom in a display changes as follows: Component label

Dynamic label PTY label

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in Operating the radio and manually tune in 2
to the service or station you wish to preset. Hold down PRESET/ENTER for more than 2 seconds.
The preset number appears in the display.
3 Turn U/u to select the favourite number to preset, then press

PRESET/ENTER.

STORED appears for one second in the display and the service or station is stored. Notes To preset another service or station, repeat these steps. To change the preset service or station, tune in to the desired service or station and repeat steps 2 and 3. The new service or station will replace the previous service or station.

BETA 1 NEWS

Signal level

Service label

BETA 1 SIGNAL LEVEL:100

BETA 1 BETA 1

Tuning in to a preset service or station

Direct Preset

BIT rate Ensemble label
Press one of the PRESET buttons (PRESET 1 3) on which the desired service or station is stored.

Preset Mode

BETA 1 BIT RATE:192kbps

BETA 1 BETA DIGITAL ONE

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

1 Press TUNE MODE repeatedly until P appears in the display. 2 Turn U/u to select the desired preset favourite service or station. Deleting a preset service or station 1 Follow steps in Tuning in to a preset service or station and tune 2
in to the service or station you wish to delete. Hold down PRESET/ENTER for more than 4 seconds.
DELETE OK? appears in the display.

Frequency

BETA 1 AM 11:55

BETA 1 12B 225.648MHz

Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Display is dim, or no indication is displayed. The unit is being used in extremely high or low temperatures or in a place with excessive moisture. Very weak or interrupted sound, or unsatisfactory reception. If you are in a building, listen near a window. A service or station cannot be received when a PRESET button is pressed. The service or station has not been preset. Another service or station is preset. Preset the service or station again. The preset services or stations may be initialized, if a maintenance service or station is performed. Please keep note down of your settings in case you want to preset them again.
If you turn U/u to change the service, the display does not change. Notes If there is no service label, no message will be displayed. If there is no dynamic label, <NO DLS> will appear.

3 Press PRESET/ENTER.

When the preset service or station is deleted, the preceding preset service or station is received. Note To cancel deleting during the procedure, press DISPLAY. The preset service or station tuned in to in step 1 is received.

PTY (Programme Type)

This function indicates services in programme type, such as NEWS, SPORTS of the PTY list, transmitted in the DAB. If the received service does not transmit the programme type, ( No PTY Data ) appears. Programme type Undefined News Current Affairs Information Sport Education Drama Culture Science Varied Pop Music Rock Music Easy Listening Music Light Classical Serious Classical Other Music Weather Finance Childrens programmes Social Affairs Religion Phone In Travel Leisure Jazz Music Country Music National Music Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary Display (No PTY Data) News Current Affairs Information Sport Education Drama Cultures Science Varied Speech Pop Music Rock Music Easy Listening Light Classics M Serious Classics Other Music Weather & Metr Finance Childrens Progs Social Affairs Religion Phone In Travel & Touring Leisure & Hobby Jazz Music Country Music National Music Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary

Other useful functions

Setting the Sleep Timer
You can enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built-in sleep timer that turns off the radio automatically after a preset duration.

Specifications

Time display UK Other countries/regions Frequency range Band DAB (Band-III) FM Frequency 174.928 - 239.200 MHz 87.5 - 108 MHz 0.05 MHz (MHz) No. 38 Channel 9D 10A 10B 10C 10D 11A 11B 11C 11D 12A 12B 12C 12D 13A 13B 13C 13D 13E 13F Frequency 208.064 209.936 211.648 213.360 215.072 216.928 218.640 220.352 222.064 223.936 225.648 227.360 229.072 230.784 232.496 234.208 235.776 237.488 239.200 Channel step 12-hour system 24-hour system

1 Press SLEEP.

SLEEP and the timer setting appear.

SLEEP 60

If you press SLEEP while the unit is turned off, the unit is turned on.
2 Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired sleep timer setting.
Each press changes the setting time as follows:
DAB (Band-III) frequency table No. 19 Channel 5A 5B 5C 5D 6A 6B 6C 6D 7A 7B 7C 7D 8A 8B 8C 8D 9A 9B 9C Frequency 174.928 176.640 178.352 180.064 181.936 183.648 185.360 187.072 188.928 190.640 192.352 194.064 195.936 197.648 199.360 201.072 202.928 204.640 206.352
Two short beeps sound when the display returns to SLEEP 60. After about 3 seconds, SLEEP appears in the display when the duration time is set. The unit automatically turns off when the duration time is passed.
To change the Sleep Timer setting
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired sleep timer setting even after the sleep timer has been activated.
To deactivate the Sleep Timer
Press POWER to turn off the unit before the setting time has elapsed, or press SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep timer to SLEEP OFF in step 2. SLEEP disappears from the display.
To listen with headphones (not supplied)
Connect headphones to the i (headphone) jack. The sound through the speaker will not be heard.

To illuminate the LCD

Press LIGHT to select the backlight on or off. Notes The first time you turn on the unit in AC operation, the backlight is set to on (default). Any change to this setting will be retained. When DC operation, the backlight will turn off automatically if no operation is performed for 30 seconds.

Stretched display

Hold down the DISPLAY for more than 2 seconds (receiving the DAB service, the component label should be displayed in the first line), the first line in the display changes to stretched display.
Preventing Accidental Operation

HOLD Function

This function prevents the radio from being unintentionally turned on, or the radio service frequency from being accidentally changed. Slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow. When any key is pressed, <HOLD> blinks for 3 seconds and all buttons on the radio become inoperative. To cancel hold, slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow.

BETA 1

DAB: Each time you press DISPLAY while the first line is displayed as stretched, it changes as follows: Component label t Dynamic label t PTY label t Service label t Ensemble label t Frequency t Clock t BIT rate t Signal level t Component label FM: Frequency t Clock t Frequency Holding down DISPLAY for more than 2 seconds returns the display to normal.

To reset the unit

(See fig. E)
Press this button with a pointed object when the radio fails to function properly. The clock settings, and the services you have preset, etc., will revert to the factory preset.
Speaker: Approx. 7.7 cm (3.0 inches) dia. 8 Power output: 0.3 W (at 10 % harmonic distortion) Output: i (headphone) jack ( 3.5 mm, stereo mini jack) Power requirements: 6 V DC, four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries External power source: DC IN 6 V Dimensions: Approx. 189 102.8 37.9 mm (w/h/d) (Approx. inches) incl. projecting parts and controls Mass: Approx. 486 g (1 lb 1.1 oz ) incl. batteries Supplied accessories: AC power adaptor (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Intertek Report 66198 Phase 1 Issue 2

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REPORT
Research Study of Energy Consumption of Digital Radios Upgrade Phase 1
This report is for the exclusive use of Intertek's Client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client. Intertek's responsibility and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Intertek assumes no liability to any party, other than to the Client in accordance with the agreement, for any loss, expense or damage occasioned by the use of this report. Only the Client is authorized to permit copying or distribution of this report and then only in its entirety. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material, product or service must first be approved in writing by Intertek. The observations and test results in this report are relevant only to the sample tested. This report by itself does not imply that the material, product, or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program. Taken on its own, this report should not be used for regulatory purposes e.g. declaring conformance with directives.

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Intertek Report 66198 Phase 1 Issue 2 CONTENTS SECTION

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SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION Market Analysis Existing Data Purchase of Samples Power Consumption Measurements
APPENDICES Appendix I Appendix II Summary Table of Power Consumption Results List of Products

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Test data has been provided for 42 different brands Test data has been provided for 164 different models, covering over 50% of the market Table 1 below provides an overall summary of the average power consumption figures for all products Table 2 below provides an overall summary of the in-use and standby power consumption figures by product category Table 3 below provides an overall summary of the in-use and standby power consumption for current models versus older models Table 4 below provides an overall summary of the in-use and standby power consumption for tradebrands versus non-tradebrands
Table 1 Overall summary Average all products (W) 6.96 9.80 6.34 14.75 2.44
Power consumption in-use DAB Power consumption in-use FM Power consumption in-use FM only* Power consumption internet Standby power consumption
* exc. Separates (Home Cinema Amplifier) - Code DAB 37

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Table 2 Summary of results by product Average in use power consumption (W) Tabletop DAB FM (in DAB) FM only Tabletop/portables DAB FM (in DAB) FM only Mini/Micro/audio DAB FM (in DAB) FM only Separates (& Home Cinema Amplifiers) DAB FM (in DAB) FM only * FM only (all samples) 5.84 6.55 3.26 Average standby % variance power against FM consumption only (W) 3.16 2.11 +50%
% variance against FM only

+79% +100%

4.68 4.74 1.97

138% 141%

2.15 1.13

19.16 18.02 10.41

+84% +73%

1.76 1.72

9.48 8.13 16.60 40.30

-76% -80%

2.47 4.57 3.50
Table 3 Current models v older models (tabletops and tabletop/portables) Older models No. of models tested Power consumption in-use DAB Power consumption in-use FM Standby power consumption 37 6.51 4.28 2.95 Current models 93 4.71 4.33 2.26 % variance -28% +1% -23%

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Table 4 Tradebrands v non-tradebrands Tradebrands No. of models tested Power consumption in-use DAB Power consumption in-use FM Standby power consumption 38 5.93 3.91 2.08 Non Tradebrands 126 7.19 12.10 2.56
More detailed summary tables providing the results by category and trade brand versus non-trade brand are provided in Appendix I of this report.

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INTRODUCTION
Intertek Milton Keynes were commissioned by AEA Technology, to carry out research on behalf of the DEFRA Sustainable Products and Materials team to produce data on the energy performance of analogue and digital radio receivers and a model of the projected changes in energy consumption resulting from the proposed switchover to digital in 2015. This report covers Phase 1 of this study, specifically the energy consumption measurements of analogue and digital radios. This is Issue 2 of the report and replaces Issue 1. Amendments and additional evaluation tables have been included in this issue. This report should be read in conjunction with Excel spreadsheet 66198 DAB Radios Results Table Issue 2.xls. This also replaces Issue 1 of the results table. Changes are highlighted in red. Testing was carried out at Intertek Milton Keynes during March 2010. The tests have been carried out in accordance with the test programme, and as such, the results are only applicable to the sample tested and the conditions of the test. Sample variability and changes in test conditions could influence some results, and the result(s) as stated may not be representative of the mean result if a number of different samples were tested under a variety of test conditions. Taken on its own, this report should not be used for regulatory purposes e.g. declaring conformance with directives.

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Market Analysis
Market analysis was carried out to ensure that the products chosen for testing represented the market both in terms of brand coverage and specific models of radio. The following resources were used: 1.1 All the major manufacturers of DAB and audio equipment and the major electrical retailers were contacted directly to request specific information regarding their most popular radio models. The response to this direct contact was poor. 1.2 GfK sales data from 2003 to 2007 was made available to Intertek through MTP (Market Transformation Programme). Although more recent data has been published by GfK, the client decided not to purchase this. Using 2007 sales data, the market share of brands was analysed within DAB and non-portable audio categories. The following tables summarise the data by brand for portable DAB radios and non-portable audio (covering both analogue and DAB products). Tables 5 & 6 Summary of market share by brand 2007 GfK Data by Brand DAB 2007 GfK Data by Brand - NonPortables Portable Audio % % Pure 36% Tradebrand 44% Roberts 20% Sony 14% Sony 16% Philips 11% Bush 7% Alba 8% Philips 4% Panasonic 7% intempo 3% Samsung 3% Goodmans 2% LG 1% Panasonic 2% Bush 1% Alba 2% Goodmans 1% TEAC 1% Denon 1% Denon 1% TEAC 1% JVC 1% JVC 1% Ministry of Sound 1% Intempo 1% Onkyo 1% Roberts 1% Gear4 1% Pure 1% Sharp 0.40%
1.3 More up to date data was provided by Intellect which detailed the five most popular models from four major manufacturers.

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1.4 A thorough search of major online retailers and price comparison websites was also undertaken to identify the most common brands and models currently on the market. From these sources a list of currently available products was compiled (see Appendix II). All products were organised into brands and categories to enable short listing of products. The list of available products was compared with results that were available from previous testing and care was taken to avoid testing duplicate or similar models. We also ensured that there was good coverage of trade brands and non-trade brands as well as a range of price points.

Existing Data

Power consumption data for a range of older, as well as existing, radio products (over 100 models), belonging to other Intertek clients was made available to this project, after obtaining consent from these clients. These products were incorporated into the main database of available products and, from this list, 70 new models were selected for testing. The selection of models to test was based on a number of factors: good representation of the major DAB brands (as per GfK data). 72% of the market for DAB radios is held by three brands coverage of the majority of brands in the market. Data is available for 42 different brands. good representation of the various trade brands, given their high percentage share of the portable audio market good coverage of the different types of radio receiver, eg portable/tabletop, clock radios, Hi-Fi separates, CD players, iPod docks etc

Purchase of Samples

The samples selected for testing were purchased through normal consumer channels, either via the internet or from high street retailers. Two of the 70 models selected were either out of stock or discontinued at the time of purchase and, due to time constraints, could not be replaced.

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Product Categories
The radios selected for testing were categorised into the following groups: Tabletop: Unit has integrated loudspeakers and mains powered only, Figures 1 and 2.
Figure 1 Tabletop (small)
Figure 2 Tabletop (large)
Tabletop/Portable: Unit has integrated loudspeakers and can be mains or battery powered. It is small/light enough to carry when battery powered and may have a carrying handle, recess or groove, Figure 3.
Figure 3 Tabletop/Portable

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Mini/Micro/Audio: The unit has separate loudspeakers and is likely to be a multifunction device probably incorporating a CD player or iPod docking mechanism, Figure 4. It is also mains powered only.
Figure 4 Mini/Micro System
Separates (including Home Cinema Amplifiers): The unit is not supplied with and will not produce sound until connected to a set of loudspeakers or as part of a larger system e.g. to an external amplifier with loudspeakers, Figure 5. In addition the home cinema amplifier is capable of driving a minimum of five loudspeakers designated front L/R, rear L/R, centre and sub or is supplied with six loudspeakers with the same designation, Figure 6. They are also mains powered only.

Figure 5 Separates

Figure 6 Home Cinema Amplifier (rear view)
In-car: This device will only work when connected to a cars DC battery system, Figure 7. It may convert DAB to FM or connect a DAB receiver directly to a previously installed FM receiver via the line input.

Figure 7 In-car adapter

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Power Consumption Measurements
Standby and off-mode measurements have been measured according to BS EN 62301: 2005. Where power saving features were available (e.g. dimming of displays, clock display on/off etc) measurements have been made at the minimum and maximum settings for standby mode and at the default setting for on-modes. Where two figures are entered in the results table for standby power, the first figure is the default, as delivered setting. For the on-mode measurements, a pink noise based simulated programme test signal was used as the input to the radios via a DAB or FM generator, the volume was then adjusted to achieve a sound pressure level of 70dBA measured in our standard 1 listening room. The measurement was recorded at 0.5 metre, 1 metre or 3 metres depending on the type of unit. For small radios and clock radios the distance used was 0.5 metres. For tabletop radios the sound level was measured at a distance of 1 metre. For mini Hi-Fi units and larger amplifiers the distance used was 3 metres. For systems that were not supplied with speakers, 6 ohm dummy load resistors (typical nominal speaker impedance) were used instead of speakers. The volume of the unit was adjusted to obtain a reading of 1 watt across one of the resistors, measured with a true RMS voltmeter. To ensure the units under test were correctly warmed up and electronically stable, each unit was turned on and allowed to settle for at least 30 minutes. The units were tuned to a signal and had their clocks set to ensure they were not hunting for signals. For standby measurements the samples were switched to standby after a minimum of 30 minutes in on-mode. The samples were then left for 15 minutes in standby before the power was tested and recorded. For on-mode measurements the same 30 minute warm up period was employed before the readings were recorded for FM and/or DAB and/or Internet Radio modes.

4.1 Equipment Used

E10418 Kikusui Power Supply PCR1000 E10616 Yokogawa WT210 Power Meter E10617 Yokogawa WT210 Power Meter E10355 Voltech PM100 Power Meter E10403 RS 206-3744 Thermometer

60268-13

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E10317 Airflow TA5 Anemometer E10182 Vaisala HMI31 Humidity & Temperature Sensor E10122 Hewlett Packard 3478A Multimeter

4.2 Conditions

All power consumption measurements were completed under controlled conditions. Throughout the testing procedure, the ambient temperature, relative humidity, airspeed and condition of the mains supply were monitored and controlled where necessary to ensure they complied with the requirements of BS EN 62301: 2005 and IEC 62087: 2008. Voltage: 230v 1% at 50Hz 1% Total Harmonic Distortion of voltage supply: < 0.2% Temperature: 23C 5 Relative Humidity: Between 10% and 80% Airspeed: < 0.5m/s

4.3 Test Results

The power consumption test results are presented in Excel Spreadsheet 66198 DAB Radios Results Table Issue 2.xls. A summary of results is contained in Appendix I.
Intertek Report 66198 Phase 1 Appendix I Issue 2

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Appendix I Summary Table of Power Consumption Results

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Power Consumption All Brands
Category Number of products tested in category Mains power consumption (W) - in use at reference listening level Mains power supply (W) - standby mode Mains power supply (W) Off mode Average

DAB Range

DAB Average

FM Range

FM Average

Internet Range

Internet Average

Average

All Brands Tabletop DAB 41 1.62 13.5 5.84 1.6.55 N/A N/A 0.52 9.6 0.42 7.16 0.95 7.0 3.16 N/A

1.4 8.3

Internet

2.1 14.9

4.6 14.2

2.9 14.2

All Brands Tabletop/Portable DAB 50 1.19 11.4 4.68 2.1 12.0 4.74 N/A N/A 0 10.0 0.29 2.06 3.3 5.0 1.88 0.83

0.58 3.51

5.3 5.8
All Brands Mini/Micro/Audio DAB 9 6.6 38.7 19.16 5.3 35.8 18.02 N/A N/A 0.18 7.57 0.59 7.79 N/A 1.76 N/A 1.7

2.6 23.9

23.7 62.3

24.0 67.3

<0.01
Category Number of products tested in category Mains power consumption (W) - in use at reference listening level

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Mains power supply (W) - standby mode Mains power supply (W) Off mode Average
All Brands Separates (& Home Cinema Amplifiers) DAB 4 4.8 14.3 9.48 3.6 14.9 8.13 N/A N/A 0.91 4.9 0.28 8.34 2.47 0.01

4.6 111.4

All Brands In-Car DAB DAB 1 2.76 2.76 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 0.09

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Power Consumption Trade Brands
Trade Brands Tabletop DAB 9 2.5.77 3.0 10.0 6.5 N/A N/A 1.06 8.4 0.77 1.72 1.65 4.83 2.75 N/A

1.4 2.5

5.0 6.0

5.6 8.3

Trade Brands Tabletop/Portable DAB 11 2.29 7.65 5.03 2.3 3.2 2.83 N/A N/A 0.38 6.67 0.92 2.06 2.13 1.14

1.1 3.51

Trade Brands Mini/Micro/Audio DAB 1 17.4 17.4 15.3 15.3 N/A N/A 0.62 1.91 2.43 0.62 N/A

2.6 6.2

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Power Consumption Non-Trade Brands
Non-Trade Brands Tabletop DAB 32 1.62 13.5 5.86 1.6.55 N/A N/A 0.52 9.6 0.42 7.16 0.95 7.0 3.28 N/A

1.8 8.3

Non-Trade Brands Tabletop/Portable DAB 40 1.19 11.4 4.58 2.1 12.0 5.70 N/A N/A 0 10.0 0.29 1.37 3.3 5.0 1.81 0.51

0.58 3.40

Non-Trade Brands Mini/Micro/Audio DAB 8 6.6 38.7 19.38 5.3 35.8 18.36 N/A N/A 0.18 7.57 0.59 7.79 5.85 14.12 1.9 N/A

7.0 23.9

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Non-Trade Brands Separates (& Home Cinema Amplifiers) DAB 4 4.8 14.3 9.48 3.6 14.9 8.13 N/A N/A 0.91 4.90 0.28 8.34 2.47 0.01
Non-Trade Brands In-Car DAB DAB 1 2.76 2.76 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 0.09
Intertek Report 66198 Phase 1 Appendix II Issue 2

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Appendix II List of Products

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List of Products Tested Past and Present
Intertek Code Argos - own brands DRG01 DRA01 DABT01 DAB 1 DRD01 PTB1 EAR1 EAR2 DABW01 DRE01 DABX01 DAB 20 DRS01 Asda - own brands DRB01 DAB 3 DAB 4 DAB 5 DAB 6 Audiowave DRC01 Cambridge Audio DAB 7 Brand Acoustic Solutions Argos Argos Argos Bush Bush Bush Bush Bush Bush Bush Goodmans Wharfedale Model pd2 NE-3107 Value Range CDAB8R CD-87 KRDAB801BLK TR2006DAB TR130 RA02 TR04DABBLK TR82DAB Touch DAB FM Radio with iPod MICRO14671 NE-3003 Radio Alarm Clock Alarm Clock DAB Radio CRDB10 E80170 E80197 DS-454 KS-3398C DAB-907 Azur 640T DAB/FM Tuner V2.0 DAB401 R200 CR97DAB2 FRG R101 Lava 40 LOGR118D MATR404 CR503 MHFCD09 Category Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop/portable Mini/micro/audio Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop Mini/micro/audio Tabletop
Asda Asda Asda Asda Asda Audiowave Cambridge Audio
Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop Mini/micro/audio Tabletop/portable Separates (& home cinema amplifiers) Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop Mini/micro/audio
Comet - own brands DRG01 Proline EAR5 Proline DAB 47 Proline EAR3 Ferguson Currys/Dixons - own brands DAB 9 Lava DRF01/2 Logik DAB 10 Matsui DAB 11 Matsui DAB 12 Matsui Key: Existing data from older models Existing data from current models New data from current models

Onkyo Onkyo

CR-435UKD TX-SR507
Panasonic Panasonic Panasonic Panasonic Philips Philips Philips Philips Philips Philips Philips Philips Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure Pure
RF-D5EB-K SA-PM38DB RF-2400 SA-PM5 AJ5100/05 AE5000/05 AE5200/05 DCB210/05 MCB275/05 AJ3112/05 FWM154/12 MCi500H/05 bug too Tempus-1XT lan RV40 CHRONOS CD CHRONOS iDOCK Elan II Evoke Mio Evoke-1S Evoke-2S Highway Move One Classic One Elite One Mini Chronos iDock Series II Chronos CD Series II Chronos II Siesta Avanti Flow Evoke Flow Sensia Siesta Flow
Key: Existing data from older models Existing data from current models New data from current models

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Intertek Code
Model DAB iPOD dock Micro Hi Fi Domino D3 Blik Radiostation Pico 1.1 Mondo Wi-Fi RD-76 Rambler RD-49 (Gemini 49) MP-SOUND 23 Gemini 59 RD-59 WM-201 Wi-Fi internet radio RSR55 Ecologic 1 Ecologic 2 Ecologic 3 Ecologic 4 (RD-21) Elise Duologic Gemini 45 RD-45 Gemini 21 RD-21 RD-60 RD-41 MP-Sound 43 MP-Sound 53 Gemini 55 RD-55 Gemini 46 RD-46 RD-78 SolarDAB CR9971 Ecologic 6 DreamTime CRD-42 iDream Gemini 37 CRD-37
Category Tabletop Mini/micro/audio
Sainsbury - own brands DAB 2 Red DAB 65 Red Revo DABP01 DRT01 DRJ01 DDJ01 Roberts PTH1 PTP1 DRK01 DDF01 DDH01 Lab Ref DRT01 DRV01 DRW01 DAB 51 DABD01 DABC01 DRF01 DRG01/02 DRP01 DDB01 DAB-G1 DAB-B1 DRU01 DRL01 DRD01 DRN01/02 DAB 52 DABG01 DAB 53 DAB-L1 DABJ1
Revo Revo Revo Revo Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts
Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop/portable Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop

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Intertek Code Roberts DAB-N1 DABB01 DAB-I1 DABE01 EAR6 EAR7 Samsung DAB 54 DAB 55 Sony DRM01 EAR8 DDC01 DRH01 DRQ01 DAB-E1 DAB 56 DAB 57 DAB 58 DAB 59 tangent DRN01 TEAC DAB 60 DAB 61 DAB 62 DAB 63
Brand Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Roberts Samsung Samsung Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony Sony tangent
Model CRD-51 Sound 80 WM-202 Streamtime R9954 R9928 MM-G25R/EDC HT-X720G XDR-S50 ICF 704 L XDR-S55DAB XDR-S10DAB XDR-S100CD XDR-C705DAB HCD-BX70DBi ICF-C218 NAS-Z200DiR HCD-EH10 DAB table radio Item No. 11062 SR-3DAB PD-H380 T-H380DNT-B A-H380 T-R610DAB AG-790A