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OK 01223 242684 /ArthurRankHospiceCharity @ArthurRankHouse @arthur_rank_hospice Pure Evoke-1 Digital DAB/FM Mains Power Radio, Maple Wood Finish, With Adaptor Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Open Full-Size Image Description Pures history as a manufacturer of digital radios is rather surprising, largely because the Hertfordshire-based firm never intended to make them or any other consumer electronics. Parent company Imagination Technologies was (and still is) a manufacturer of CPU and GPU microchips which built its first digital radio solely to demonstrate a newly-developed DAB decoder chip which it planned to sell to other manufacturers. However, the radio proved popular - after a redesign to improve its looks, it became the Evoke-1 and went into production, the worlds first sub-£100 DAB radio and soon becoming one of the best selling of all time. Today, Pure has become a company in its own right and is probably the best-known maker of DAB radios in the world. Whilst it doesnt offer sound quite comparable to the second generation Evoke-1XT with its upgraded hi-fi quality drive unit, its still remarkably good for a mono-speaker unit, aided by the clean and interference-free digital reception and surprisingly good response for a fairly small speaker: mid and high tones are excellent, but its also able to produce enough low note to add richness and depth - and if you want even better quality, there are external speaker and stereo line-out sockets round the back for easy connection to better speakers or hi-fi systems, as well as a stereo headphone socket for private listening. One of the main benefits of DAB radio is its simplicity - theres no more fiddling with the controls to try to stay on the strongest signal with digital as the radio contains a chip which is able to automatically locate the strongest signal, then track it and make adjustments if it becomes necessary. Set-up is just as easy: plug it in, switch it on, press autotune and itll locate all the stations available in your area (up to 50 in large parts of the UK) ready for you to decide which one you want. Whats more, its future proof - Pure are a founder member of the WorldDAB committee of digital radio manufacturers and all their products are compliant with the Digital Tick scheme ensuring that they will be compatible with any upgrades made to the digital broadcasting network in the future. Its also compatible with external aerials, by simply unscrewing the fitted telescopic aerial to reveal a standard co-axial type socket - very useful if you live in an area which doesnt receive a strong DAB or FM signal. Pure went for a retro look, which has led to the Evoke becoming something of a design icon over the years with many rival firms copying the wooden case and silver fascia. The handle is really there for aesthetics as, due to lacking the ability to be powered by batteries (theres a reason for that - digital radios are far more power hungry than conventional radios and rechargeable batteries werent up to the job back in 2002 when the model was introduced) its arguable if its truly a portable radio; however, its a well-made device and the woodwork is plenty capable of taking a few knocks whilst being carried from plug socket to plug socket. This one, like all the mains-powered electronics we sell, has been professionally PAT tested and certified safe and ready to use. Its also been bench tested and was found to be in full working order with all buttons and controls and the display operating correctly; sound quality is as expected. Its in very good condition visually too, without any damage other than the small number of light scuffs seen in the photos. It includes its original Pure mains adaptor with three-pin plug and user manual, but the original packaging has been lost been lost. Model : Pure Evoke-1MPN: VL-60623Type: Digital DAB, FMSpeaker: 1x 7cmAerial: Telescopic fitted (can be removed to connect an external aerial for improved reception))Display: Backlit LCDPresets: 12 (6 DAB, 6 FM)Connectivity: 3.5mm stereo headphones, 3.5mm stereo external speaker, 3.5mm stereo line-outFeatures: Easy set-up, autotuneDAB+: NoPower: 12V DC (UK-type mains adaptor supplied)Due to the nature of this item it is not always possible for us to identify any missing parts. For this reason we ask that you please check the pictures carefully, as these show everything that is included. Further Details & Enquiries This item has been very kindly donated to the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity supports people in Cambridgeshire living with an advanced serious illness or other life-limiting condition and those who need end-of-life care. Our ‘Outstanding’ services are provided free of charge to patients and their families. Our aim is to provide the highest quality care, helping them to make every moment count. 100% of the money raised from this sale will go to the charity. Our sales team do their best to check each item and ensure that the description and pictures provided are as accurate as possible. Feedback is extremely important to the charity so if you are not fully satisfied with your purchase please give us a chance to resolve any issues by contacting us prior to leaving feedback. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us via eBay messages, we will make sure that your message is responded to promptly, usually within three working days. Messages sent over the weekend will be responded to on the next working day. If this item is not quite what you were looking for but you would still like to help our cause, please consider providing us with a donation which can be done via our eBay Charity Profile linked below. Donate via Arthur Rank Hospice Charity Profile Payment We only accept payments made through one of eBays many approved methods. Please make sure to complete your payment within 96 hours of winning an item. Once your payment has been received we will dispatch your item as soon as possible, usually within two working days. Delivery Delivery times are calculated in working days (Monday to Friday). If your order is placed after 1pm, the next working day will be considered the first working day for delivery. In case of bank holidays and during the Christmas period where delays are more likely, please allow an extra few days for delivery. Domestic Delivery We aim to dispatch orders within two working days. If for any reason there is an unexpected delay in dispatching your order we will make sure to inform you of this as soon as possible. We use Evri to deliver the majority of our parcels. If you would like to specify a preferred neighbour, or safe place for the parcel to be left, please leave the details in a message when placing your order. Some low-value items will be sent by Royal Mail 2nd Class. Some items of higher value are sent by Royal Mail Signed For or Special Delivery, which require a signature. If you are not present at the time of delivery, a card will be left instructing you to arrange a redelivery, or to collect your order from the local sorting office. International Delivery International orders are handled by eBays Global Shipping Programme. For full details please see the following eBay help page: Buying internationally with the Global Shipping Programme. Collection Items can be collected from our Retail Hub at Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, Eastern Counties Leather Industrial Estate, Pampisford, CB22 3EE during our opening hours of 10:00 to 16:00, Tuesday to Saturday. If you would like to collect your item please contact us in advance to arrange this. Show in Google Maps Returns Arthur Rank Hospice Charity uses the eBay Returns system to make the process as easy for you as possible. For full details about the process, and for information on how to begin a return, please see the following eBay help page: Return an item for a refund. Change of Mind If when you receive your order you are not completely satisfied, you may return the items to us within 30 days for a refund. Returns will be processed within three working days once the goods have been received by us. Items must be returned to us in the same condition as they were received by you. This includes, but is not limited to: original packaging, original boxes, packaging materials, manuals, blank warranty cards, accessories and documents. We reserve the right to refuse a return or deduct an amount for lost value where the item is returned in a different condition. We strongly recommend that you fully insure your package that you are returning, as well as using a carrier that can provide you with tracking information or proof of delivery. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity will not be held responsible for returns lost or damaged in transit. Please be aware that it is the responsibility of the customer to cover any delivery charges for returning an unwanted item. Incorrect/Damaged Goods We try very hard to ensure that you receive your order in pristine condition. In the unlikely event that your order arrives damaged or faulty, please contact us via eBay immediately, this will be given special priority and you can expect to receive a response within 48 hours, Monday to Friday. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity will cover the cost of domestic return postage for any incorrect or damaged items, subject to the cost of the chosen return method being reasonable. Please contact us before proceeding if unsure. About Arthur Rank Hospice Charity Arthur Rank Hospice Charity supports people in Cambridgeshire living with an advanced serious illness or other life-limiting condition and those who need end-of-life care. Its ‘Outstanding’ services are provided free of charge to patients and their families. The aim is to provide the highest quality care, helping them to make every moment count. Around 4,000 patients are cared for each year at the Hospice in Cambridge, the Alan Hudson Day Treatment Centre in Wisbech and in patients’ own homes via the Arthur Rank Community Team. This care supports people to improve their quality of life and fulfil their end of their life choices. Alongside the care provided by the Inpatient Unit, Living Well services and Hospice at Home teams, patients can access: patient and family support; lymphoedema care; complementary therapy; medical and pain outpatient clinics; and advice from the clinical nurse specialists within the Specialist Palliative Care Home Team. Programmes are practical, holistic and tailored to the individual patient, family member or carer and may also include rehabilitative support, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and psychological support. It will cost £10.5 million in 2021/2022 to run services, which are provided free of charge to patients and their loved ones. Contracted services from the NHS are budgeted at £6.98 million, meaning that £3.52 million needs to be raised through donations, fundraising activities and trading. The Charity is extremely grateful to the local community for the continual dedication, commitment and generosity they show in supporting towards meeting this target. © 2017 Arthur Rank Hospice Charity. All rights reserved A registered Charity No 1133354
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