Grundig Sonoclock 3500 Clock Radio
User Manual
Model: 01M-GCR1120-1121-04
Setup and Safety
Important Safety Information:
- This device is designed for audio playback only.
- Protect from moisture (water drops/splashes). Do not place liquid-filled vessels on the device.
- Do not place naked flames (e.g., candles) on the device.
- Disconnect the mains cable during thunderstorms.
- Reset the device by unplugging and replugging the adapter if malfunctions occur due to static electricity or voltage surges.
- Ensure adequate ventilation; do not cover ventilation slots.
- Be aware that furniture surfaces may have chemical additives that can corrode device feet and leave residues.
- Use the device only in moderate climates.
- Clean with a clean, moist leather cloth; do not use cleaning agents.
- Do not expose the backup battery to extreme heat.
- Never open the device casing; warranty does not cover damage from incorrect handling.
- The type plate is located on the bottom of the device.
- Do not expose the device to extreme heat from sunlight or heaters.
Environmental Compliance and Disposal:
- Complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU).
- Dispose of used batteries and electronic equipment responsibly at designated collection points, not with household waste.
Package Information:
Packaging materials are recyclable. Dispose of them at local collection points.
This product fulfills EU directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, and 2011/65/EU.
CE Declaration of Conformity available at: www.grundig.com/downloads/doc
Power Supply and Specifications
AC Adaptor:
- Manufacturer: Dongguan Turnmax Electronic Co., Ltd.
- Model: TM-K006VA-00501500PE-02
- Input: 100 - 240V~, 50/60 Hz 0.25A
- Output: 5V 1.5A 7.5W
- Average Active Efficiency: 76.65%
- No-load Power Consumption: <0.1W
- Max. Power Consumption: <11 W (operation), <1W (standby)
Output:
- USB Host: 5V 1A charge out
Backup Batteries:
- Type: 2 x 1.5V UM4/R03/AAA
Frequency Bands:
- DAB/DAB+: 174.928 – 239.200 MHz
- Bluetooth (BT): 2402 - 2480 MHz (Max transmitted power: 4dBm)
- FM: 87.5 ...108.0 MHz
Circuit Features:
- Loudspeaker: 3 inch
- Output Power: 2 W
Dimensions: W x H x L 200 x 120 x 65 cm
Weight: 450 gr
Technical and design modifications reserved.
Power Supply Operation
Mains Operation
Ensure mains voltage on the type plate matches your local supply. Plug the power adapter into a socket (100 - 240V~, 50/60 Hz).
Caution: The mains plug must remain readily operable for full disconnection.
Inserting the Back-up Battery
Backup batteries retain settings during power failure. Open the battery compartment, insert 2 x 1.5V AAA batteries observing polarity, and close the compartment.
Note: Remove backup batteries if flat or if the device will not be used for a long period.
Environmental Note: Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
DAB Mode
Antenna
Align the wire antenna for optimal DAB and FM reception.
Switching ON/OFF
Use the ON/OFF button to switch the device from standby or to put it into standby.
Searching and Saving Radio Stations (Automatically)
The radio performs Automatic Station Search (ATS) on first use, storing DAB stations first, then FM stations.
Selecting a DAB Station
- Press ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
- Press MODE/MENU until DAB mode is selected.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select a station from the list.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to select the desired station.
Display DAB Information
Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to cycle through display options: Station name, DLS, Program type, Multiplex name, Frequency, Bit rate, Signal strength, time, and data. Display reverts to clock after 10 seconds (except text). A signal strength display shows reception quality, with |
indicating minimum required strength.
Manual Tuning
Tune to a specific DAB frequency in Band III:
- Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to show DAB menu.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - until 'MANUAL' is displayed.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to enter manual tuning.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select the desired DAB channel.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to tune to the chosen frequency.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to save the station and return to normal tuning.
Dynamic Range Control (DRC)
DRC enhances quieter sounds in noisy environments.
- Press ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
- Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to show DAB menu.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - until 'DRC' is displayed.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to enter adjustment mode.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select DRC setting (DRC 0, DRC 1, or DRC ½).
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Prune Stations (DAB)
Removes stations not found or not received for a long time (marked with [unknown station]
).
- Turn on radio, select DAB mode.
- Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to show DAB menu.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - until 'PRUNE' is displayed.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT. 'SELECT' will be shown.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to remove invalid stations.
FM Mode
Tuning FM Radio Stations (Automatically and Manually)
You can store 10 stations on presets.
- Automatic Tuning: Press and hold TUNING + or TUNING - until the frequency display runs rapidly. The search stops when a station is found.
- Manual Tuning: Briefly press TUNING + or TUNING - to step frequency by 50kHz.
Display FM Information
Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to cycle through display options: Station name, Radio text, PTY, Frequency, time, and data. Display reverts to clock after 10 seconds (except text).
FM Scanning Settings
Choose between 'Local FM' (for strong stations) and 'Distant' (for all stations).
- Turn on radio in FM mode.
- Press and hold MODE/MENU; 'Setting' is displayed.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to enter settings.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select 'Local FM' or 'Distant'.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Searching and Saving Radio Stations (DAB or FM)
Store up to 10 stations on presets for DAB or FM mode.
- Turn on radio in DAB or FM mode.
- Select desired DAB station or tune to desired FM station.
- Press and hold PRESET to activate memory function.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select the preset number.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to save the station. (Existing presets will be overwritten).
- Repeat for more stations.
Selecting Stored Stations
Press PRESET to cycle through saved stations.
Adjusting Volume
Use VOLUME -/AL1 or VOLUME +/AL2 buttons.
Bluetooth Mode
Connect to Mobile Device
- Turn on the device.
- Press MODE/TIME repeatedly until 'bt' is shown. The Bluetooth icon will flash.
- On your mobile device, find "Sonoclock 3500" in the Bluetooth device list and connect.
- The Bluetooth icon stops flashing when connected.
Playback Control via Bluetooth
- Turn on the radio and connect via Bluetooth.
- Press PRESET to toggle play/pause.
- Press TUNING - for the previous song.
- Press TUNING + for the next song.
Pairing Mode
- Turn on the radio.
- If connected, press and hold PRESET to disconnect the current Bluetooth connection. The Bluetooth icon will flash, indicating pairing mode.
- Repeat connection steps for a new device.
Adjusting Volume
Use VOLUME -/AL 1 or VOLUME +/AL 2 buttons.
Power Saving in Bluetooth
The device enters standby mode after 15 minutes if no Bluetooth connection is active.
Timer Mode
Synchronise Time from DAB or FM
- Turn on the device. Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to activate menu settings.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'SYSTEM', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'TIME', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'UPDATE', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to choose time source ('ANY', 'DAB', 'FM', 'NONE'), then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
Manual Set Time
- Follow steps 1-3 of 'Synchronise Time'.
- Select 'SET TIME', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select desired time and date, and SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Set Time Display Format
- Follow steps 1-3 of 'Synchronise Time'.
- Select 'SET FORMAT', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select '12' or '24', and SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Setting the Alarm Time
- Put the device in standby mode.
- Press and hold VOLUME -/AL 1 (for alarm 1) or VOLUME +/AL 2 (for alarm 2).
- Example: Hold VOLUME -/AL 1, then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to start alarm 1 setup.
- Choose 'ON' to activate or 'OFF' to deactivate the alarm, then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select the alarm time, then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to choose frequency ('WEEKDAYS', 'WEEKENDS', 'DAILY', 'ONCE'), then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT. (If 'ONCE', set specific date).
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select alarm source ('DAB', 'FM', 'BUZZER'), then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT. (If 'DAB'/'FM', choose preset or last listened station).
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select alarm volume, then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm. 'SAVED' will be displayed.
Notes: Alarm duration is 60 minutes. The alarm icon will light up when activated.
Snooze the Alarm
Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT while the alarm is sounding. The SNOOZE LED will light up. The alarm will sound again after nine minutes.
Cancelling the Alarm
Press ON/OFF while the alarm is sounding. The alarm will sound again at the next set time.
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm
In standby mode, press VOLUME -/AL 1 or VOLUME +/AL 2 to activate or deactivate the alarm with the last used settings.
Sleep Timer
- Press and hold SLEEP/SNOOZE/INFO/SELECT (approx. 2 sec) to activate.
- Press TUNING + or TUNING - to select auto-switch-off timer (10 to 90 minutes). Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
- To switch off before the set time: press and hold SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT (approx. 2 sec), press TUNING +/- until 'OFF' is displayed, then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Brightness Settings
- Turn on the device. Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to activate menu settings.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'SYSTEM', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'DIMMER', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Choose 'NORMAL' for radio modes or 'STANDBY' for standby mode brightness.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select brightness level ('HIGH', 'MID', 'LOW'), then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Language Settings
- Turn on the device. Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to activate menu settings.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'SYSTEM', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'LANGUAGE', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to select desired language, then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm.
Factory Reset
- Turn on the device. Press and hold MODE/MENU (2 sec) to activate menu settings.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'SYSTEM', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Use TUNING + or TUNING - to find 'FACTORY', then press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT.
- Press SNOOZE/SLEEP/INFO/SELECT to confirm reset to factory defaults.
Charging a Mobile Phone
The USB socket on the back provides 5V DC for charging mobile phones. Connect your phone with an appropriate cable. USB power is available in all operating modes, including standby. Refer to your mobile phone's manual to confirm USB charging compatibility. The USB socket is for power output only and cannot be used for music playback from a USB stick.