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GB GBChristie Operation Guide

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Christie Operation Guide

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Contents

Welcome to VQ .....................................................................................................................................................................................3If You Love Christie... You’ll Love... .................................................................................................................................................4The Benefits of Digital Radio ........................................................................................................................................................ 12 Your VQ Christie - Born in Britain .............................................................................................................................................. 13Finding Your Way Round Your Christie .................................................................................................................................... 14

What Can My VQ Christie Do? .................................................................................................................................................... 17 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17 DAB/DAB+ Radio Reception ................................................................................................................................... 17 FM Radio Reception .................................................................................................................................................... 17 Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Auxiliary Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 18 VQ Lifestyle Alarm ....................................................................................................................................................... 18

Turn on, Tune in and Enjoy Christie Sound & Style .............................................................................................................. 20 Positioning ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Preparing ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Switching On .................................................................................................................................................................. 20 DAB/DAB+ ...................................................................................................................................................................... 21 FM ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Auxiliary Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 25 VQ Lifestyle Alarm ....................................................................................................................................................... 27 Sleep Timer ..................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Other Functions ............................................................................................................................................................ 29

Important Safety & Environmental Information ................................................................................................................... 30VQ Battery Pack (optional) ............................................................................................................................................................ 32Specification ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 33Support .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 34

SOUND & STYLE FROM EVERY ANGLE


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The Benefits of Digital Radio

When you upgrade to digital radio you get more choice than ever before – with your existing favourite stations just waiting to be experienced in digital quality but also a plethora of new digital-only stations featuring all kinds of; music, chat and programming you’ll love.

Digital radio is not just about choice, it’s about quality – with digital broadcasts you’ll hear everything in crystal clear clarity.

If you have any concerns about the digital coverage in your area – you can check your signal on the UK Digital Radio website, it’s completely free and totally impartial – www.ukdigitalradio.com

Your VQ Christie - Born In Britain

You can be proud of your Christie and rely on its quality as it’s designed and engineered in Britain featuring acoustic development.

At VQ we’re proud to be British and we’re proud to take our inspiration from quintessential British areas of excellence- Design, Fashion, Music and The Arts.

It’s our aim to take these inspirations and create our own unique sense of Sound & Style – but also to share these influences with you to inspire your own sense of style.

Annabel Onslow

Sticky Note

Change to Digital Tick logo


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Finding Your Way Around Your Christie

Front View1. Standby: Press to turn on or off your Christie

2. Mode: Press to switch between DAB+, FM, Aux in and Bluetooth mode

3. Info: Press to browse information provided by radio broadcasters

4. Alarm: Press to setup your VQ LifeStyle Alarm

5. Brightness: Press to adjust the display brightness, choose from 5 levels

6. Volume - : Press to decrease volume level

7. Volume + : Press to increase volume level

8. Menu: Press to enter the Main Menu

9. Presets: Press & Hold to store and press to recall your preset stations up to 30

10. Up : Press to navigate your selection

11. OK: Press to confirm your selection

12. Down: Press to navigate your selection

AUX IN OFF/ON HEADPHONEDC : 9V/2AUSB CHARGING

5V/1A

MODE

OK

INFO

1. Power ON/OFF2. Mode3. Info4. Alarm5. Brightness6. Vol-7. Vol+8. Menu9. Preset10. Left11. OK12. Right13. Power switch14. USB socket15. DC in socket16. AUX IN socket17. Headphone socket18. Antenna19. Battery house

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Back View13. Press OFF/ON to switch off and on the unit totally

14. USB charge port for charging your smartphone.

15. 9V 2A DC input connection for supplied mains adapter.

16. 3.5mm auxiliary input connection for an iPod, MP3 player, etc.

17. 3.5mm stereo headphone socket

18. Telescopic antenna.

19. Compartment for VQ Battery Pack (sold separately).

AUX IN OFF/ON HEADPHONEDC : 9V/2AUSB CHARGING

5V/1A

MODE

OK

INFO

1. Power ON/OFF2. Mode3. Info4. Alarm5. Brightness6. Vol-7. Vol+8. Menu9. Preset10. Left11. OK12. Right13. Power switch14. USB socket15. DC in socket16. AUX IN socket17. Headphone socket18. Antenna19. Battery house

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LCD Display

Standby Mode Working Mode

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What Can my VQ Christie Do?

Overview• DAB / DAB+ / FM Radio Reception• NFC & Bluetooth Connectivity• 3.5mm Aux-in Connection• 3.5mm Headphone Connection• USB Charging (For External Devices)

DAB/DAB+ Radio Reception

DAB / DAB+ (Digital Radio) brings a superior listing experience whether it’s music, chat or any other programming. Your Christie features DAB and DAB+, the two standards in digital broadcasting which means you can listening to digital radio all across Europe. When you find a station you love save it as one of your 30 preset favourites.

FM Radio Reception

Just in case you find yourself without digital coverage we make sure you can keep listening to the radio with FM reception, and again of course you can save your favourite stations to the 30 presets.

NFC & Bluetooth Connectivity

When it’s time for your own music simply connect with one-touch with an NFC enabled device or pair with Bluetooth and you can enjoy all the music you’ve got on any of your smart devices – whether it’s stored on your device or being streamed through services such as Spotify or TuneIn it will all sound great on your Christie.

3.5mm Aux-in Connection:

If you don’t have a smart device or would rather not use Bluetooth but still want to listen to your own music, it’s no problem with Christie, simply connect via the 3.5 Aux-in cable connection.

• VQ LifeStyle Alarm – dual alarm & sleep timer

• Mains or Battery Power• Accessories

Alarm 1 iconBattery low power icon

Battery full charged icon

Battery charging icon

Battery icon

Alarm 2 icon

AM icon

Snooze icon

Sleep icon

MODE

OK

INFO MODE

OK

INFO

STANDBY MODE WORKING MODE




Battery icon

Alarm 2 icon

AM icon

Snooze icon

Sleep icon

MODE

OK

INFO MODE

OK

INFO





Battery icon

Alarm 2 icon

AM icon

Snooze icon

Sleep icon

MODE

OK

INFO MODE

OK

INFO


Alarm 1 icon

Alarm 2 icon

AM icon

Snooze icon

Sleep icon

Battery Low Power icon

Battery Full Power icon

Battery Charging icon

Battery icon


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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

3.5mm Headphone Connection

Past your bedtime and time to hide under the covers with your favourite tunes – just plug in your headphones and no one will know.

USB Charging:

Your Christie is a very useful companion as you can charge smart devices from the USB connection – perfect for a bedside table, in the office or just anywhere you need a little power boost. Your smart device will charge whether your Christie is in Standby mode or in Working mode, also your smart device can be charging when your Christie is in Standby mode while using the VQ Battery Pack.

VQ Lifestyle Alarm

The dual alarms and sleep timer make Christie the perfect bedside companion, his & hers or week & weekend - set the alarm or countdown for whenever you need it.

Mains or Battery Power

Christie can use standard mains power (UK/EU Plug) or just add the VQ Battery Pack to listen on the move with a typical battery run time of up to 25 hours.

Accessories

If you want to use your Christie on the go why not indulge yourself with the gorgeous leatherette carry case and rechargable VQ Battery Pack for hours of your favourite tunes; in the garden, at the park or wherever you want to relax. Visit www.MyVQ.com to order yours now


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Using Your Christie

Selecting Input ModeChristie has four input modes:

- DAB- FM- AUX- Bluetooth / NFC (BT)

DAB ScanningWhen you first turn on your Christie it scans the DAB band for available stations all of which are then stored automatically to Christie’s memory.You can re-scan at any time if you move to a different area or just to refresh the stored list of available stations.

1. Press the MODE button to switch to DAB Mode.

2. Press the UP or DOWN button repeatedly on the Digital Radio, the stations in the station list will be displayed in sequence.

3. Press OK button to select the displayed.

4. Press INFO button, the scrolling information of the station will be displayed according to the following sequence: RADIO TEXT, PROGRAM TYPE, SIGNAL STRENGTH, CURRENT TIME, FM FREQ, STEREO MONO.

5. If you want to perform full scan or manual scan for your desired stations, press MENU button to select Full Scan or Manual Scan. Using Up and Down button to select and confirm by the OK button.

Turn On, Tune In and Enjoy Christie Sound & Style

PositioningA good place for your Christie:- has a flat and stable surface with sufficient ventilation.

- is within 1.4 metres of a power socket if you are using mains power.

- has space above it for you to fully extend the telescopic aerial vertically.

- is away from bright sunlight, heat sources, humidity and dampness.

Getting StartedCarefully remove your Christie from the box. You may wish to keep the packaging for further use.

Using the AC Adaptor:- Connect the power adaptor to the DC Jack at the back of unit, then insert the Power Adaptor into the main wall outlet.

- Slide the Power On/Off switch on the rear panel to the On position. Christie will switch on in Standby mode with 10 seconds background brightness.

- Press the Standby button on the Christie front panel.

- When you turn your Christie on for the first time the scanning display will be shown, Christie automatically scans for all usable digital stations and stores them alphanumerically.

- After the scan completes, the clock will be set and Christie will play the first available station.

Using the VQ rechargeable Battery Pack:- The unit is also for portable use. Please install the Rechargable VQ Battery Pack (not supplied) at the back of the unit. Follow the intructions in page 32.

DAB

222.06MHz

[No Radio Text]


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Storing and Selecting Favourite StationsThe Christie can store up to 30 of your favourite DAB and FM stations. Follow the steps below to store and select your favourite stations.

To store a Favourite station:1. Tune to the DAB or FM radio station you want to store.

2. Press and hold the PRESETS button to setup the favourite list. Using UP and DOWN button to navigate the number you want to store.

3. Press OK button to confirm your selection.

To recall a Favourite station when listening to DAB or FM radio1. To tune to the favourites, press FAVOURITE button to access.

2. Press UP and DOWN button to navigate your desired favourite station and press OK button to confirm.

Bluetooth / NFCIf your phone, tablet or any smart devices is capable of storing or streaming audio files, you can use Bluetooth to listen to content from your device on Christie. Also your Christie has built with the latest NFC functionality, so Bluetooth streaming is as simple as tapping your enabled phone easily against the control panel.1. Press MODE to switch to Bluetooth input.

Listening to FM RadioYour Christie can also receive FM band radio stations. To change to FM Mode:

1. Press MODE button to switch to FM mode.

To auto-tune to FM stations

1. Press and Hold the Up or Down button to search up or down for the next station in the band.

The radio will search and the tuning frequency will be displayed whilst searching. When a usable station is detected the radio will stop tuning and play the station.

To manually tune to FM stations:

1. Press the Up or Down button to fine tune the station by 0.05Hz step, or you can press and hold the UP or DOWN button to scan next or previous available stations.

2. Press INFO button to scroll the station info from below accordingly can include RADIO TEXT, PROGRAM TYPE, SIGNAL STRENGTH, CURRENT TIME, FM FREQ, STEREO MONO.

BT

BLUETOOTH

Pairing

FM

87.50MHz

[No Radio Text]

FM

Preset Stored

<3: [Empty]


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Controlling Bluetooth / NFC Mode music playback

You can control the content on your smart device via the controls on your Christie.

1. Press OK button to play or pause the music playback.

2. Press UP and DOWN button to skip track.

3. Press the Vol +/- to adjust the volume level.

4. To Unpair, press and hold the MODE button to unpair the connected Bluetooth device

NOTE: You can do vice versa, press the same type of buttons in your Bluetooth device to control the music playback function wirelessly.

Auxiliary ConnectionsAUX-INFor older devices or if you do not wish to use Bluetooth or NFC connectivity you can connect using the 3.5mm Aux-in cable connection.1. Press Mode to switch to Aux input.

2. Connect your audio device to the 3,5mm audio jack with 3.5mm audio cable (not included).NOTE: It’s recommended to turn your audio device to 80% volume. You can adjust the audio volume in Christie.

3. To mute, press Play/Pause button.

Using the Headphone JackYou can enjoy your personal music via the headphone jack. Simply plug your headphone to the headphone jack at the back of the unit.NOTE: It’s recommended that you do not listen to music via headphones at loud levels for extended periods of time as this may cause damage to your hearing.

2. Enable the NFC option on your Bluetooth device, and then put your Bluetooth device at the top of your Christie, following to select “Yes” at the pop up of proposal, and the display will show “Connect”.

3. If your Bluetooth device without embed the NFC function, then enable your Bluetooth at On mode, Christie will start searching any available device. Display will show “Pairing”. NOTE: Adding a Bluetooth Device varies on different mobile devices, tablet and computer. See your Bluethooth device manual for specific information.

4. Start the pairing on your device. Do this by selecting “Christie” from the list of available devices shown your device screen. This will connect automatically once paired. Christie display will show “Connected”.NOTE: The auto pairing will search for 1 miniute for available device. If nothing is paired, the display will show “Pairing”.

5. To reconnect or disconnect from Christie, press and hold the MODE button.NOTE: You will need to disconnect any connected Bluetooth devices from Christie to stream from a different Bluetooth device.NOTE: Bluetooth will automatically disconnect if you are out of the range of the Christie.

Using NFC functionYour Christie features the latest NFC functionality, so Bluetooth streaming is as simple as tapping your enabled phone easily .

1. Enable the NFC option on your Bluetooth device,

2. Put your Bluetooth device at the top of your Christie, following to select “Yes” at the pop up of proposal, and the display will show “Connect”.NOTE: NFC connection varies on different mobile devices, tablet and computer. See your device manual for specific information.

3. Start the pairing on your device. The “Christie” from the list of available devices is shown on your device screen. This will connect automatically once paired. Christie display will show “Connected”.

4. To disconnect from Christie, press and hold the MODE button. To reconnect from Christie do the step 2 again.

AUX

Volume


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Setting the VQ Lifestyle alarmThe alarm in Christie switches the radio on (if in standby) and tunes to a DAB or FM radio station or soundsa tone.

1. Press the Alarm button to enter into Alarm setup Menu.

2. Choose to set the Alarm 1 or Alarm 2. Press OK button to confirm your selection.

3. Press UP and DOWN button to the next Alarm setting to turn the alarm on and off or wake up by different status. Press OK button to confirm and go to the next level.

4. Press UP and DOWN button to choose wake to the wake up source from Beep/DAB/FM. Press OK button to confirm your selection.

5. If wake up by ONCE is selected, alarm setting required you to set the designated date to alarm.

6. In alarm time setting, using UP and DOWN to adjust the hh. Press OK to confirm and to set the mm. Press OK button to confirm again.

7. Press UP and DOWN button to set the Vol of Alarm from 1 to 20 levels. Press OK button to confirm and exist. The alarm icon will appear on the display to show that the alarm is set.

Snoozing a sounding alarmTo snooze a sounding alarm, press any button except the Power Standby button to snooze. The alarm will sound again in 10 minutes.NOTE: The alarm will automatically stop after 60mins if the Christie is not pressed to snooze.

Cancelling a sounding alarmTo cancel a sounding tone alarm, press Power Standby button once to stop.

Setting the Clock, Alarm, Count Down Timer and Sleep Timer

Setting the clockThe time and date on Christie is automatically set by the DAB or FM radio signal. If the time/date does not update automatically, you can manually set it.

Note: Any time or date updates received by DAB or FM broadcast will override manual settings, if clock synchronisation is selected. Please refer below instructions for more information.

Setting the time and date manually1. Press MENU button, and press UP and DOWN button to choose “Clock Set Up”.

2. Press UP and DOWN to scroll to “Manual”. Press OK button to confirm.

3. Press UP and DOWN button repeatedly to adjust format of the Date and Time, setting that MMDDYY and 12/24H, setting the Date and Time. Press OK to confirm every setting and then to next step.

Clock synchronisation options1. Press Menu button and press the Up and Down button to choose “Clock Set Up”

2. Press UP and DOWN button to choose from ALL Radio or Manual. Press OK button to confirm your selection

Note: Radio means clock synchronisation automatically via the radio broadcasting signal from DAB or FM radio. Any manual setting will be override when Radio is chosen.Note: Manual means clock will not be synchronised. Your clock setting is only set manually.

FM

Alarm 1 : FM

ON 10:30PM


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Other Functions

Backlight SettingYou can adjust the backlight during power on.Press the Brightness button repeatedly to choose from 1- 5 backlight setting.

Audio SettingYour Christie features innovative Digital Sound Processing (DSP) software which is specifically tuned to ensure you receive only the very best audio experience no matter what you’re listening too.

Changing the language1. Press Menu.2. Press UP and DOWN button to choose Language setting. 3. Press UP and DOWN button to select a menu language from English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch.4. Press OK button to confirm the selection.

WARNING:Factory ResetResetting your Christie removes all favourites, stored stations, alarms and resets all other options to the default settings.1. Press Menu2. Press UP and DOWN button to choose “System Reset”3. Press OK button to confirm, press UP and DOWN to choose YES, and press OK to confirm the selection. Then Christie will be reset to the factory default.

Software Version1. Press Menu2. Press UP and DOWN button to choose “SW Version”3. Press OK to view the software version.

Disabling an alarm1. Press Alarm button when alarm is not sounding. Enter into the alarm setting menu.

2. Press UP and DOWN button to select Alarm On/Off menu.

3. Press OK button to confirm your selection.

Setting the Count Down TimerThe Count Down Time can be set to help you count down the time.

1. Press and Hold the Alarm button to enter into the setup menu.

2. Press UP and DOWN to set the timer ON and them press OK to confirm.

3. HH:MM:SS is displayed. Press UP and DOWN button to adjust the HH, press OK button to confirm. Repeat the instruction to set the MM and SS setting.

Setting the Sleep TimerThe Sleep Timer can be set to switch Christie off after a period of time.

1. Press Menu

2. Press UP and DOWN button to choose “Sleep”, press OK button to confirm your selection.

3. Press UP and DOWN button to set the timer for up to 90minutes or choose Sleep off to cancel.

4. The sleep timer icon will appear on the display to show that the sleep timer is set.

Timer

Count Down Timer

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Always:• Operate all controls as instructed in the manual.

• Ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.

CAUTIONTO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK),NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE risk of electric shock to persons is present within this product’s enclosure.

ATTENTION This manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions, for your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.

WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCE TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.

Note: This unit will become warm when used for a long period of time. This is normal and does not indicate a problem with the unit.

Important Safety Information – please readPlease read this guide before using your unit – it contains guidance and recommendations that can help ensure long-lasting, trouble-free, safe operation. Please keep this guide for future reference.

Be careful. Avoid:• Liquids: don’t expose your unit to drips or splashes, and don’t put liquid containers like vases on it or near it.

• Humidity or moisture: humid or moist places like outdoors, bathrooms and steam rooms need specially-designed equipment.

• Heat: don’t expose your unit to direct sunlight or heat from radiators or other heat sources. Audio/video devices can generate a lot of heat; don’t put your unit on top of such devices. Don’t use naked flames anywhere near your unit.

• Dust and restricted airflow: make sure your unit is in free-flowing air to avoid overheating.

• Vibration: constant vibration can cause damage.

• Extreme climates: this unit is designed for operation in moderate climates.

IMPORTANT:• DO NOT listen at high volume: High volumes can permanently damage hearing.

• DO NOT Use equipment, especially headphones, when it could distract you from activities that require attention to safety.

• DO NOT Use equipment that is not working normally or you suspect may be faulty or damaged.

• DO NOT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.


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Environmental Disposal Information

Electrical and electronic products displaying the crossed out wheeled bin symbol above must not be disposed of in general household waste. Take the product to a recycling facility that accepts electrical and electronic products. Check with your Local Authority for your nearest recycling centre.

VQ hereby declares that this VQ Christie is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

For further details, please contact:

VQ9-10 Mill LaneAltonHampshireGU 34 [email protected]

Specification1. Mode: DAB/DAB+ (BAND III 5A-13F), FM (87.5MHz-108MHz), BLUETOOTH, AUX_IN

2. LCD: 2x16 dots matrix; black background white fonts, negative LCD

3. Power Supply: DC 9V/2A, DC OUTPUT 5V/1A (USB SOCKET)

4. Battery requirement: Rechargeable VQ Battery Pack (not included)

5. Output Power: 10W

6. STANDBY MODE: Show Clock (Only in DC IN mode)

7. Dimensions: 215mm x 135mm x 126mm

VQ Battery Pack (optional)

- The VQ Battery Pack is an optional accessory which enables the portable use of your Christie

- The VQ Battery Pack is designed for a long life and will provide charge and recharge function for several years with responsible use.

- The VQ Battery Pack is available to purchase directly from VQ (www.MyVQ.com) or from a range of retailers. - Should you need to dispose of a VQ Battery Pack ensure you recycle or dispose of the pack in an environmentally friendly way, as recommended by your own regional regulations.

- Do not short circuit batteries or throw them into water, general rubbish or in a fire.

Installing VQ Battery Pack

1. Switch Christie off and disconnect from the mains power supply.

2. Open the battery compartment.

3. Insert the VQ Battery Pack connector plug into the socket in the compartment. Line up the ridges on the plug with the slots in the socket to ensure correct orientation. Do not force the plug.

4. Insert VQ Battery Pack into the battery compartment, logo side out.

5. Replace the battery cover and connect Christie to the mains.

6. The VQ Battery Pack will begin charging.

Note: If you are charging the VQ Battery Pack for the first time or after an extended period of inactivity it is recommended that it is charged for around 24 hours to ensure full battery power. If the VQ Battery Pack is flat there may be a slight delay before the battery charging indicator is displayed.

Note: VQ Battery Pack is sold separately


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Support

We’re sure you’re going to have a long and happy relationship with your new Christie. How can we be so sure, well, we’ve designed, engineered and loved this product from the pages of a concept book through to the gorgeous product you have in your hands. We’re very proud of our products and the care and attention we give them, this is reflected in our fantastically low returns rate.

However, if you do have a problem then we’re always happy to help:

0333 1234 601

[email protected]

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