Albrecht DR 112 DAB+ Emergency Radio

1. First Steps

Thank you for purchasing the Albrecht DR 112 emergency radio. Before you can start, fully charge the internal battery using the supplied USB-C charging cable. Connect it to a power source like a wall adapter, PC, or laptop.

Before use, extend the antenna fully for the best DAB+/FM radio reception. Long press the On/Off button (3) until the radio powers on. On first use, a language selection menu will appear. Use the left (8) and right (7) buttons to select a display language and confirm with the OK button (6). The radio will then automatically perform a full scan of all available DAB stations and play the first station available.

2. Basic Functions

• Short press the On/Off button (3) to switch between DAB, FM, or Bluetooth mode.
• Save your favourite stations by long pressing the favourite button (4).
• Adjust the volume using the Volume Up (9) and Volume Down (10) buttons.
• In each menu, confirm your selection by pressing the OK button (6).
• Enter the menu by long pressing the Settings button (5). Here you can find functions related to the current mode, as well as the main menu for settings like alarm, language, and backlight brightness.
• USB-C headphones (or other headphones using a USB-C adapter) can be connected to the USB-C connector (15). Note: Not all models are compatible.

3. Scope of Delivery

• ALBRECHT DR 112 emergency radio
• USB-C to USB-A charging cable
• Carabiner hook
• Instruction manual

4. Radio Controls

Refer to the diagrams on pages 4, 5, 6, and 7 for the location of the controls.

5. Standby Mode

To put the radio into standby mode, long press the On/Off button (3). To reactivate the radio, short press the On/Off button (3). To fully turn off the radio and preserve battery life, long press the On/Off button (3) again in standby mode. No alarms are available when the radio is turned off completely.

In standby mode, press the Settings button (5) to quickly view your currently set alarm settings, or press the OK button (6) to quickly jump to the alarm settings wizard (see “10.1. Alarm" on page 23).

6. Mode Selection

To select the desired audio mode, short press the Mode button (3), while the radio is turned on. The available audio modes are:

• DAB+ digital radio
• FM analogue radio
• Bluetooth wireless audio

7. DAB+ Digital Radio Mode

Use this mode to listen to digital radio broadcasts. You can cycle through available stations with the left (8) and right (7) buttons. To access more functions, open the menu by long pressing the Settings button (5). Navigate the menu with the left (8) and right (7) buttons, and use the OK button (6) to confirm. To exit the menu, use the Settings button (5) again.

7.1. DAB+ Station Search

The radio automatically performs a full station search when you turn it on for the first time. To perform a full station scan again later (e.g., after moving), press and hold the OK button (6) for approximately 2 seconds.

7.2. Station List

After the scan is complete, you can view all currently available stations in the station list, accessible in the menu. Navigate through the list with the left (8) and right (7) buttons and confirm your selection with OK (6).

7.3. Saving / Recalling a Favourite Station

To save the current DAB+ station as a favourite, press the Favourite button (4) for about 2 seconds. To recall a favourite later, short press the Favourite button (4).

7.4. DAB Menu

The DAB menu contains the following options:

• Trim invalid stations: Prune unavailable stations from the station list.
• Station order: Sort stations in the station list by name or frequency.
• DRC: Adjust the level of the Dynamic Range Compression, reducing volume differences between loud and quiet passages.
• Manual tune: Manually tune a DAB frequency.

8. FM Radio Mode

Use this mode to listen to analogue radio broadcasts. You can cycle through available stations by long pressing the left (8) and right (7) buttons. To access more functions, open the menu by long pressing the Settings button (5). Navigate the menu with the left (8) and right (7) buttons, and use the OK button (6) to confirm. To exit the menu, use the Settings button (5) again.

8.1. FM Station Search

To perform a full station scan, press and hold the OK button (6) for approximately 2 seconds. All found radio stations will be saved in the favourite station list.

8.2. Setting the FM Frequency Manually

Press the left (8) and right (7) buttons briefly to set an FM frequency manually. The frequency is adjusted in 0.05 MHz steps.

8.3. Saving / Recalling a Favourite Station

To save the current FM station as a favourite, press the Favourite button (4) for about 2 seconds. To recall a favourite later, short press the Favourite button (4) on the radio.

8.4. FM Menu

Other menu items in the FM menu include:

• Scan settings: Restrict the full scan to strong stations only.
• Audio settings: Only allow mono stations to improve reception.

9. Wireless Music Streaming (Bluetooth)

A Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone can be used for wireless playback of any audio content. Activate the "Bluetooth" mode by pressing the Mode button (3). Once done, search for “ALBRECHT DR 112” on your mobile device. For more details about operation of your mobile phone, refer to its manual.

10. System Setup

You can find the system setup in the menu of every audio mode.

10.1. Alarm

Use this menu to configure the alarm function. Two separate alarms can be programmed. Each alarm can be repeated daily, on weekdays, or on weekends. Alarms can play a standard alarm sound or the last set FM or DAB station.

10.2. Backlight

Use this entry to set the display backlight illumination level and timeout.

10.3. Time Setup

Use this entry to set time/date, change the time or date format, or configure automatic time setting via FM/DAB.

10.4. Language

Select one of the following menu languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Finnish, Polish.

10.5. Factory Reset

Reset the radio to factory settings. Attention: All settings and favourites will be deleted by this procedure!

10.6. Software Version

The current software version of the radio is displayed here.

11. Battery Charging

During charging, the charging indicator (18) lights up red. When the radio is fully charged, the indicator turns off.

Attention! Reception may be impaired during charging or when charging an external device via the USB-A output (16).

11.1. Solar Panel

To recharge the radio, place the solar panel (22) directly into sunlight. Tilt the panel for optimal alignment. Avoid shading any part of the solar panel, as even small shadows can drastically decrease performance. Artificial light sources generally do not provide enough energy to charge the radio.

1 hour of solar charging powers the radio for about 20 minutes or the integrated torch for 1 hour.

11.2. Hand Crank

To recharge the radio, extend the hand crank (21) and turn it in either direction. For optimal charging, turn the crank at 120-150 rpm (2-2.5 times per second). 1 minute of turning can power the radio for about 3 minutes.

12. SOS Emergency Function

Use this function in an emergency to alert people near your location. To activate, long press the SOS button (19) on the bottom of the radio. The radio will play a loud siren and flash a red and blue signal light.

Attention: The siren is very loud. Prolonged close-range exposure can cause hearing damage. Set up the radio at a distance when using the emergency function. Use of this function drains the battery at an excessive rate.

13. Torch

To turn on the torch, press the torch button (11) on top of the radio. Pressing the button a second time makes the light flash. If the solar panel (22) is folded upwards, the button (11) activates the reading light under the solar module instead. This can be set to 3 different levels.

14. Technical Data

15. Safety Instructions

• Always ensure the charging port cover is properly closed to protect the device from moisture and humidity. Do not expose the device to water or other liquids while charging ports are uncovered. Accidental penetration of liquids can cause serious damage. Do not charge the device in wet environments.
• Do not remove screws to reduce the risk of electric shock. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. Entrust maintenance work to qualified personnel.
• Avoid extremely high and extremely low temperatures. Do not place the device near heat sources like radiators or gas/electric stoves.
• Excessive sound pressure or high volume can damage your hearing. Do not use the device at high volumes directly next to your head. Be aware of the high volume of the emergency siren function.
• Before cleaning, ensure the device is unplugged from the charger.
• Never throw batteries and rechargeable batteries into fire, as this can cause an explosion. Dispose of empty batteries in the recycling bin, not in normal household waste.
• Do not use scouring cloths or abrasive cleaning agents, as these can damage the device surface.

16. Troubleshooting

17. Warranty and Recycling Information

This section provides information on disposal, legal warranty provisions, and EC declarations of conformity.

17.1. Legal Warranty for 2 Years from the Date of Purchase

The seller grants a two-year legal warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty covers failures due to defective components or faulty functions within the warranty period, excluding normal wear and tear (e.g., used batteries, screen scratches, housing defects, broken antennas) and defects from external effects (e.g., corrosion, over-voltage, unsuitable accessories, improper use).

For warranty claims, contact the dealer from whom the device was purchased or the service partner. The dealer will repair or replace the device, or refer you to a specialist service center.

When sending the device for service, include the purchase receipt as proof of purchase date and describe the fault accurately.

18. Electronic Waste Law and Recycling

European laws prohibit the disposal of defective or unusable devices in household waste. Hand over your device to a municipal collection point for recycling. These points are financed by industry and ensure environmentally sound disposal and recycling of raw materials.

18.1. CE Declaration of Conformity

Alan Electronics GmbH declares that the model DR 112 radio complies with regulation 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity can be found at: www.service.alan-electronics.de/CE-Papiere.

18.2. Notes on Battery Disposal

The batteries in this product contain environmentally harmful chemicals. Dispose of empty batteries according to local laws or regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste. For more information, contact local authorities or the dealer where the product was purchased.

19. Service Address and Technical Hotline

Alan Electronics GmbH
Service
Daimlerstraße 1g
D-63303 Dreieich
Germany

Service hotline: +49 6103 / 9481 - 66 (fee applies for German landline network)
Email: service@albrecht-midland.de

Before sending a defective device, perform simple tests (see chapter "16. Troubleshooting" on page 27) or use the hotline service for support to save time and shipping costs.

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