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Hitachi WorldSpace KH-WS1 Manual

Hitachi WorldSpace KH-WS1 Manual

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Hitachi KH-WS1 WorldSpace Radio Receiver
Listen to over 40 channels of crystal clear, fade-free digital audio programming direct from geostationary satellites
around the world with the Hitachi WorldSpace Digital Receiver.
In addition to the satellite WorldSpace programming, it receives terrestrial AM, FM and SW broadcasts.
It has a 1-line, 8-character display area, a built-in monaural speaker, connectors for stereo output, and presets for 10
channels.
Personalising Available Programmes
The Hitachi KH-WS1 WorldSpace receiver displays a scrollable menus of available channels. You can
then customise the types of channels the receiver shows by pre-selecting preferred language and
programme types. For example, an Arabic speaking user who wants to receive a wide variety of global
news can preset the receiver to display only the WorldSpace array of Arabic language news channels.
Standard Features
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Portable, battery powered (4 D-cell batteries) with AC adaptor
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Built-in monaural speaker (0.5 Watt output)
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Stereo headphone socket
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Stereo line out connectors for integration with your stereo or home theatre system
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Built-in easy-to-aim antenna
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WorldSpace satellite radio stations
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FM: 87.5 - 108MHz
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MW: 522 - 1620 KHz (9/10 KHz)
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SW1: 2.3 - 7.3 MHz
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SW2: 9.5 - 26.1 MHz
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Decryption and narrowcast capability
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Program selection by language and category
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10 presets and last station memory
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1-line, 8-character LC display
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Port for easy attachment to the WorldSpace PC card to enjoy
Weight:
1.5kg without batteries
Dimensions:
246.5 x 162.5 x 93mm
(9.7 x 6.4 x 3.6 inches)
including antenna and handle
Battery Requirement:
6V 4 x D cell

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Summary of Contents for Hitachi WorldSpace KH-WS1

  • Page 1 Personalising Available Programmes The Hitachi KH-WS1 WorldSpace receiver displays a scrollable menus of available channels. You can then customise the types of channels the receiver shows by pre-selecting preferred language and programme types. For example, an Arabic speaking user who wants to receive a wide variety of global news can preset the receiver to display only the WorldSpace array of Arabic language news channels.
  • Page 2 Basic Operation · After turning on the receiver and positioning the antenna, the first WorldSpace broadcaster should be audible. · If there is adequate signal strength and no WorldSpace audio is available, search for the broadcasters (see Search Mode section) ·...
  • Page 3 Yes. Each receiver has a line-out jack that can be hooked up to an amplifier and connected to your stereo system’s speakers for better fidelity. Can I use the receiver in my car? Is it mobile? The current line of WorldSpace receivers is not designed for in-car use. However, we have heard from receiver owners who have safely secured the receiver antenna on their dashboard and have been able to pick up reception.