SilverCrest KH 2322 Retro Wooden Radio

Product Overview

The SilverCrest KH 2322 is a retro-styled wooden radio designed for domestic use. It offers reception of FM and AM radio transmissions and functions as an alarm clock, with options for either signal tones or the radio itself to wake the user. It is not suitable for commercial or industrial applications.

Visual Description: The radio features a wooden casing with a silver front panel. The front panel includes speaker grilles, a digital display, a tuning knob, a volume knob, and various buttons for alarm, snooze, time setting, and mode selection (AM/FM/AUX). A small inset image on the front panel suggests the possibility of a remote control, though not detailed in the instructions.

The rear of the unit features connections for headphones and auxiliary input, a battery compartment, the power cable, and a wire aerial.

Technical Data

Delivery Contents

• Retro Wooden Radio KH2322
• Operating instructions

Safety Instructions

⚠️ To avoid fatal injury through electric shock:

• Ensure the power cable never becomes wet or damp during operation. Lay the cable so it cannot be pinched or damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by customer service before use.
• Do not place candles or open fire sources on the appliance.
• Use the appliance only in dry rooms.
• Never allow fluids or objects of any kind to enter the appliance.
• Do not place water-filled receptacles (e.g., flower vases) on the appliance.
• Position the appliance close to an easily accessible electrical wall socket.
• Do not use an extension cable. In case of danger, the plug must be quickly and easily accessible.
• Do not open the casing or attempt to repair the appliance yourself, as this voids the warranty and compromises safety. Repairs must be carried out by a specialist firm or the service centre.

⚠️ To avoid burn and other injuries:

• Place the appliance in an open and well-ventilated area to prevent heat pockets.
• Never cover the ventilation openings.
• Avoid close proximity to heat sources (e.g., direct solar radiation, heaters, other appliances).
• Do not allow children or elderly persons to use the appliance unsupervised, as they may not fully assess potential dangers.

Electro-magnetic fields: This appliance operates below legal limits for electric smog. For maximum safety, especially in bedrooms, placing the appliance about half a meter from the bed is recommended, as fields are negligible at this distance.

ℹ️ Notice: Check the batteries of the power failure protection system at least once per year and replace them if necessary.

The appliance is fitted with anti-slip rubber pads. Due to variations in furniture surfaces and cleaning agents, it's possible some substances could affect the rubber. If necessary, place an anti-slip mat under the appliance.

Operating Elements

The following controls are located on the appliance:

• ① Button AL. SET: For setting the alarm.
• ② Button TIME: For setting the clock time.
• ③ Button SLEEP: Activates the sleep timer function.
• ④ Button SNOOZE: Temporarily silences the alarm.
• ⑤ Button HOUR: Adjusts the hour for clock or alarm.
• ⑥ Button MINUTE: Adjusts the minute for clock or alarm.
• ⑦ Button AL. ON/OFF: Switches the alarm function on or off.
• ⑧ Display: Shows time, alarm status, and sleep timer information.
• ⑨ Rotating switch (AUX, ON, OFF/AUTO): Controls power and input source selection.
• ⑩ TUNING adjuster: Tunes radio stations.
• ⑪ Volume adjuster VOLUME: Controls the audio volume.
• ⑫ Waveband selector (FM / AM): Selects between FM and AM radio bands.
• ⑬ Headphone connection 3.5mm: Socket for connecting headphones.
• ⑭ AUX IN connection: Socket for connecting external audio sources.
• ⑮ Battery compartment: Houses batteries for power failure protection.
• ⑯ Power cable: Connects the appliance to mains power.
• ⑰ Wire aerial: For FM radio reception.

Connection and Power

Before operating, ensure the appliance is in good working condition.

Setting the Clock

When first using the appliance or if the time needs adjustment:

ℹ️ NOTE: Time and alarm settings can be made without batteries, but the appliance must be connected to mains power. Power failure protection will not be active.

1. While holding down the Button TIME ②:
   • Press or hold the Button HOUR ⑤ to adjust the hours. Release when the desired hour is shown on the Display ⑧.
   • Press or hold the Button MINUTE ⑥ to adjust the minutes. Release when the desired minute is shown on the Display ⑧.
2. The adjusted time is automatically saved when the Button TIME ② is released.

Radio Reception

1. Turn the Rotating switch ⑨ to the ON position.
2. Adjust the Volume adjuster VOLUME ⑪ to a middle position.
3. Select the desired band (FM/AM) using the Waveband selector ⑫.
4. Tune to the desired radio station by turning the TUNING adjuster ⑩.

ℹ️ NOTE: For improved FM reception, slowly move the end of the wire aerial ⑰ in various directions. Once the best reception is found, secure the aerial in place (e.g., with adhesive tape). AM reception uses a built-in aerial; repositioning the appliance may improve reception.

Alarm Settings

If the clock is set correctly:

ℹ️ NOTE: Time and alarm settings can be made without batteries, but the appliance must be connected to mains power. Power failure protection will not be active.

Adjusting Alarm Settings

1. While holding down the Button AL. SET ①:
   • Press or hold the Button HOUR ⑤ to adjust the alarm hours. Release when the desired hour is shown on the Display ⑧.
   • Press or hold the Button MINUTE ⑥ to adjust the alarm minutes. Release when the desired minute is shown on the Display ⑧.
2. The adjusted alarm time is automatically saved when the Button AL. SET ① is released.

Switching the Alarm ON

1. Ensure the clock and alarm times are set correctly.
2. Set the Rotating switch ⑨ to the OFF/AUTO position.
3. Press the Button AL. ON/OFF ⑦ to activate the alarm. The word "ALARM" will appear on the Display ⑧.

You will be awakened by the radio if the Volume adjuster VOLUME ⑪ is set to a wake-up level. You will be awakened by a signal tone if the Volume adjuster VOLUME ⑪ is turned down to the BUZZ position.

Switching the Alarm OFF

• Press the Button SNOOZE ④: The alarm will repeat after 5 minutes.
• Press the Button AL. ON/OFF ⑦ briefly: The alarm is set for the next day ("ALARM" remains visible on the Display ⑧).
• Press the Button AL. ON/OFF ⑦ twice: The alarm function is completely deactivated, and the "ALARM" indicator disappears from the Display ⑧.

Sleep Timer

To listen to the radio before sleeping and have it switch off automatically:

1. Set the Rotating switch ⑨ to the OFF/AUTO position.
2. Press the Button SLEEP ③. The radio will turn on and play for 90 minutes. The word "SLEEP" will blink on the Display ⑧ for several seconds.

While "SLEEP" is blinking, you can repeatedly press the Button SLEEP ③ to shorten the switch-off time to 60, 30, or 10 minutes.

Pressing the Button SLEEP ③ again will make the "SLEEP" notification disappear from the Display ⑧, deactivating the switch-off period. The radio will continue to play.

To turn the radio off manually, set the Rotating switch ⑨ to ON, then back to OFF/AUTO.

External Audio Sources

You can connect external audio sources via a 3.5mm jack plug:

• Connect the audio output of the external source to the AUX IN connection ⑭.
• Set the Rotary switch ⑨ to the AUX position.
• The audio signals from the external source will now play through the loudspeakers.

Using Headphones

Connect headphones using a 3.5mm jack plug to the headphone connection socket ⑬ at the rear of the appliance. When headphones are connected, the loudspeakers are deactivated, and sound is only heard through the headphones.

Insert the 3.5mm jack plug into the headphone connection socket ⑬.

⚠️ Warning!: To avoid hearing damage, do not set the volume level too high when using headphones.

Cleaning and Care

❗ Attention - Danger of an electric shock:

• Before cleaning, remove the power plug from the power socket.
• Never open the housing; there are no user-serviceable elements inside.
• Clean the appliance only with a lightly moistened cloth.
• Do not use detergents or solvents, as they could damage the plastic surfaces.

Disposal

Do not dispose of the appliance with normal domestic waste.

Dispose of the appliance through an approved disposal centre or community waste facility, observing applicable regulations. Consult your local disposal facility if unsure. Remove batteries before disposal; old batteries should not be disposed of with household waste. Return old batteries to your dealer or the nearest recycling point.

Important Warranty Notices

This appliance is covered by a 3-year warranty from the date of purchase. For complaints, contact the Service-Hotline. If the issue cannot be resolved by phone, you will be provided with an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number and an address for repair.

Please include a copy of your purchase receipt with all postal submissions. Pack the device securely for transport and ensure the RMA number is clearly visible. Products without an RMA number cannot be processed.

ℹ️ Note: Warranty claims are valid only for material or manufacturing defects. They are not valid for parts subject to wear and tear or for damage to breakable parts like switches and batteries.

This product is intended solely for private use, not for commercial applications. The warranty becomes void in cases of misuse, improper handling, use of force, or modifications/repairs not performed by authorized customer service affiliates. Your statutory warranty rights remain unaffected.

Contact Information:

• DES Ltd (UK): Tel: 0870/787-6177, Email: support.uk@kompernass.com, Website: www.mysilvercrest.de
• Kompernass Service Ireland: Tel: 087-99 62 077, Email: support.ie@kompernass.com, Website: www.mysilvercrest.de

Manufacturer: Kompernaß GmbH, Burgstr. 21, D-44867 Bochum, Germany. ID no.: KH2322-07/06-V2