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Remembrance 2020 - Hintlesham & Chattisham
With no Service of Remembrance this year, Gerald Main tells the story of the Wards and the Mowers who lived in adjoining cottages at Primrose Hill in Hintlesham. Both families lost 2 sons in the Second World War and they are commemorated on the war memorials in Hintlesham and Chattisham in Suffolk.
Details of all the names listed on the memorials are at: www.HintleshamWarMemorial.com .
A playlist of UA-cam videos about the memorials in Hintlesham & Chattisham can be found at: bit.ly/3k7tMzY
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Bowfell Soundbar by Majority - review by Gerald Main
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Looking to buy? Here are links to the Bowfell Soundbar at Amazon sites around the world: Amazon UK: amzn.to/3bg294K Amazon Germany: amzn.to/2EEsKwO Amazon US: amzn.to/3lAr1Jj The Bowfell Compact Bluetooth Soundbar connects to a TV (or any other equipment requiring quality audio) using either Bluetooth, RCA cable, audio line in, or optical audio cable (not supplied in the UK, but may be included...
The Last Man on the Memorial
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WW2 Pilot Officer Harold Graham Tipple was 19 when his aircraft crashed into a tree near the village of Hintlesham in Suffolk. He had been ferrying a plane (Fairey Battle Mk1) solo from RAF Little Rissington in the Cotswolds to RAF Martlesham Heath in Suffolk, despite never having flown such a plane before. Harold was buried in Hintlesham's churchyard, but his name was never added to the local ...
A Century of Remembrance - The Story of Hintlesham's War Memorial
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Hintlesham War Memorial was unveiled in Suffolk on 13 June 1920. This is the story of that day and a glimpse into the lives and deaths of some of those listed on the memorial. The video is presented by Gerald Main. The website www.HintleshamWarMemorial.com has details of all the men named on the memorials in Hintlesham and Chattisham. Contact details: www.GeraldMain.com . You may also be intere...
The Wolfson Internet Radio by Majority review by Gerald Main
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Broadcaster, Gerald Main, gives an independent review of the Wolfson Internet Radio. UPDATE: Majority no longer stock this model. It's not really a product designed for the UK, but might just be the right radio for your home or office. Feel free to leave comments and subscribe to the channel. I forgot to mention in the review, the radio has an amazing 3 year warranty! That's confidence in the p...
Eddington Portable Digital Radio by Majority - Review by Gerald Main
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Broadcaster Gerald Main reviews the Eddington DAB / FM / Bluetooth Radio by Majority. (Here's the link to Amazon: amzn.to/35TLFNa) It's small, has rechargeable batteries and is a breeze to use. Don't forget to like the video (if you do!) and why not subscribe to the channel. Gerald can be contacted through his website www.GeraldMain.com . Key features: DAB FM Bluetooth Rechargeable Battery last...
Press & Publicity For Free - Media Training for Community Groups
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Press & Publicity For Free is affordable media training aimed at individuals, community groups, faith groups and charities who need to communicate with the media. The session walks delegates through the whole process from pitching stories to being interviewed on camera or radio. It's highly practical and great fun. This unique media training event has been devised by former BBC Radio presenter ...
Homerton Internet Radio and Sound System by Majority reviewed by Gerald Main
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The Homerton Internet Radio and Sound System is reviewed by broadcaster, trainer and event host, Gerald Main. (Here's a link to Amazon amzn.to/3bt7TH9 ) 25,000 internet stations are available as well as FM and DAB outlets. The Homerton is designed by Majority in Cambridge and manufactured in China. There's much that Gerald likes and a couple of things he finds just odd! It's a grown up review, ...
Fun activity session for those living in residential care - Radio Here And Now
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Radio Here & Now is a fun group activity for those living in residential care. The residents present their own "radio" show featuring their stories, their memories and their choices of music. The 60 -75 minute long sessions are full of laughter, interaction and conversation. The result is a 30 minute, professionally produced, CD of amazing recordings and music for the home to play time and time...
Hintlesham & Chattisham Remember
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A special Service Of Remembrance, to mark the 100th anniversary of the Armistice, was held in Hintlesham Church on 11 November 2018. On the villages' war memorials, there are the names of 30 men with local connections who were killed in the Great War. 100 years on, fragments of those lost lives were recalled as those men were re-introduced to the villages. Details of all the men listed on the m...
Winnidx. Airpurifir Majority Kings Internet Radio & Music System - Review
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Broadcaster, Gerald Main, reviews the Majority Kings Internet Radio and Music System. Here's a link to discover more from Majority: majority.co.uk/product/kings/ There's a review of the Majority Pembroke Internet Radio at ua-cam.com/video/q8n2rA_U-4Q/v-deo.html . There's also a comparison video of the Pembroke Internet Radio v Kings Internet Radio & Music System models at ua-cam.com/video/isALY...
Comparison of Majority's Pembroke & Kings Internet radios
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Broadcaster, Gerald Main, compares the Majority Pembroke Internet Radio with the Majority Kings Internet Radio & Music System. A full review of the Pembroke Radio can be found at ua-cam.com/video/q8n2rA_U-4Q/v-deo.html and the Kings Internet Radio & Music System appears at ua-cam.com/video/LaBlVlD7LUw/v-deo.html . Interested in seeing more? The Pembroke on Amazon: amzn.to/3dGYJIt ... The Kings ...
Majority Pembroke Internet Radio - Review
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Majority's Pembroke Internet Radio reviewed by UK based broadcaster and media consultant, Gerald Main. Should you wish to buy, here's your link to Amazon: amzn.to/3dGYJIt Check out his review of Majority's Kings Internet Radio & Music System at ua-cam.com/video/72vGZUvhoHU/v-deo.html and there's a comparison video of the Kings v Pembroke at ua-cam.com/video/isALY2uNXqM/v-deo.html . Gerald has b...
5 top tips for taking video on smartphones
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If you want good quality smartphone video for a website or presentation ... check out these 5 tips from broadcaster Gerald Main. Also see his website www.geraldmain.com and feel free to subscribe to the channel.
Majority Cottenham DAB/FM Radio - Review
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Gerald Main reviews the Cottenham Radio made by Majority. He's a media consultant and broadcaster who has had a career in radio and a lifetime listening to it. The Cottenham is good, but have a look at The Eddington by Majority which I have also reviewed: ua-cam.com/video/HMqaxzfECx4/v-deo.html . It's a cracking little radio which is also rechargeable. Please like and subscribe!
Judie Spiers of BBC Radio talks about radio presentation to Gerald Main
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Judie Spiers of BBC Radio talks about radio presentation to Gerald Main
Radio Presentation Training : Performance & All That Jazz
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Radio Presentation Training : Performance & All That Jazz
Badger
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Badger
Fen Skaters.wmv
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Fen Skaters.wmv
Hintlesham War Memorial
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Hintlesham War Memorial
Fens to Foreign Fields
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Fens to Foreign Fields
Radio Presentation Training : Bidding For Success
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Radio Presentation Training : Bidding For Success
Scottish Cemetery in Kolkata (Calcutta) - The Land O' The Leal
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Scottish Cemetery in Kolkata (Calcutta) - The Land O' The Leal
BBC Local Radio My Beatles Story.wmv
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BBC Local Radio My Beatles Story.wmv
King's Lynn Treasure
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King's Lynn Treasure
Smoked Suffolk Trout Pate.wmv
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Smoked Suffolk Trout Pate.wmv
Norman Cross A Z
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Norman Cross A Z
Amazing Grace and Olney's World Famous Pancake Race
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Amazing Grace and Olney's World Famous Pancake Race
Land o' the Leal - Scottish Cemetery, Calcutta (Kolkata)
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Land o' the Leal - Scottish Cemetery, Calcutta (Kolkata)

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  • @ravichristian6364
    @ravichristian6364 2 місяці тому

    very good

  • @shak7191
    @shak7191 2 роки тому

    Watching this video 9 years on in 2022 hope you two are doing well. My grandad was buried there.

  • @enamulhaque9045
    @enamulhaque9045 3 роки тому

    I’m from calcutta/kolkata My place is in 15 min distance from here One of kolkata’s heritage sites

  • @Khan-ro2ol
    @Khan-ro2ol 3 роки тому

    Is James was your grand father ??

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 3 роки тому

      no, ghe was my great grsndfather. ht is behind your question please?

  • @RealXFile
    @RealXFile 3 роки тому

    Guys I've just got this from eBay today from seller velocityelectronics for £29.99 !! The catch is the CD drive doesnt function but apparently everything else does :) No 3 year warranty either but you do get a 60 days money back guarantee from eBay so enough time to check it all out. ***** Theres only 3 left !! **** By the way thanks for your videos Mr Main . Subscribed

  • @lisocampos8080
    @lisocampos8080 3 роки тому

    I like the majority of that radio.

  • @MrBarrytommy
    @MrBarrytommy 3 роки тому

    Not available on amazon 😮

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 3 роки тому

      They must have had a good Christmas! Hopefully, they’ll be back in stock. Meanwhile I notice Eddingtons are available on eBay. It’s a great little radio.

  • @michaelbarton4787
    @michaelbarton4787 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the review! I note that the main display is identical to my Pure Elan S3 (a bigger radio), so I'm guessing this unit is part of the same family of radios. I have to say it's a very elegant & compact design, my only reservation is regarding battery replacement. The sound from my Pure is OK (but not exceptional for speach) and sounds noticeably better when fed from the auxiliary input, so the smaller speaker on this unit may actually be better!

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 3 роки тому

      Hi Michael, Thank you for posting your comments. When I first joined the BBC, our Controller was a Michael Barton. Local Radio was never better than under his stewardship. Kind Regards, Gerald. (Formerly BBC Blackburn, Lancashire, Northampton, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk & Essex)

  • @francislee3559
    @francislee3559 3 роки тому

    I am considering buying this unit and happy with all the features presented, except that when I am outside, I prefer to put the unit in a backpack, and use headphone rather than the built-in speaker as output, my question is, will the headphone wire act as an antenna if plugged in to the radio, thanks

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 3 роки тому

      I thought the answer would be no, but I’ve just done an experiment and it seems to work! The signal with the aerial collapsed and with headphones plugged in is fine on DAB & FM. Thanks for the question Francis.

  • @TheDude-vx6wn
    @TheDude-vx6wn 3 роки тому

    Great review! Thank you.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 3 роки тому

      Thanks for your kind feedback.

  • @amarjit42armed
    @amarjit42armed 3 роки тому

    Very nice

  • @58frascatti
    @58frascatti 4 роки тому

    A moving and very special tribute. Thank you for posting. My Estey ancestors are buried in Hintlesham. My sister visited a number of years ago and tried to find their stone , but it is a very old section of the cemetery and thickly overgrown. I hope one day one of our family will be able to locate the family stone. Unlike many of our very large family in Canada, we are privileged to know where those ancestors lie.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thank you for your comments.

  • @travelbug7548
    @travelbug7548 4 роки тому

    Enjoyed +++. Visited this church several years ago, looking for graves of Estey ancestors. Unfortunately the oldest part of the cemetery was overgrown with nettles so contented myself with exploring the church and grounds. Look forward to COVID vaccine, travel restrictions removed and maybe a return visit - Audrey (Winnipeg, Canada)

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thanks for your posting and I’m glad you liked the video. The cemetery is very tidy these days.

  • @lawson1251
    @lawson1251 4 роки тому

    Wonderful piece Ger. Really enjoyed it. So enlightening. So special and timely for this weekend. Well done.

  • @canowindrahistory9133
    @canowindrahistory9133 4 роки тому

    A sad and moving story compellingly narrated by Gerald.

  • @haspet
    @haspet 4 роки тому

    We dont have DAB in Sweden. It was a flop here. I have a DAB receiver just in case. Do this radio have wifi so i could connect it and listen to english stations?

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Hi Hasse, The radio connects to blue tooth sources like a phone or a tablet, but does not link to Wi-fi. Thanks for watching the review and leaving your question. Stay safe - stay well.

  • @smwk2017
    @smwk2017 4 роки тому

    The version sold in US Amazon.com is 30 watts. It comes with an optical cable. It does not have AAA batteries for remote. It does not support volume control officially by other remotes such as Xfinity, Roku, and Amazon Fire remotes.

  • @lawrencelaserdesigns9809
    @lawrencelaserdesigns9809 4 роки тому

    Can you connect bluetooth headphones to this.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      The Bluetooth function on this radio is inwards towards the radio so that it can be used as a Bluetooth speaker. Headphones would have to be of the wired type to plug into the 3.5mm headphone socket on the radio.

  • @gw3631
    @gw3631 4 роки тому

    Always a nice honest review thank you very much, I’ve just ordered one via eBay for a bargain £21.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thanks Geordie - hope you enjoy your Bowfell.

  • @ableese2068
    @ableese2068 4 роки тому

    What a fascinating story, thank you for creating this video to remember Plt Off Tipple.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thank you for your kind comments.

  • @TruePreView
    @TruePreView 4 роки тому

    Hey Gerald, thanks for sharing such a great review, I have subscribed! Feel free to check out my reviews. All the best, TruePreView

  • @hughrobertsjr.3032
    @hughrobertsjr.3032 4 роки тому

    I just purchase this it said the optical cable came with it. But I see you purchase one

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Hi Hugh, In the UK an optical cable is not supplied. It may be different depending on where you are purchasing and worth checking. There are links to Amazon sites in the UK, Germany and USA in the UA-cam description box below the video. Hope this is helpful. Enjoy your Bowfell when it arrives!

  • @120poundsound2
    @120poundsound2 4 роки тому

    Great review. 👍

  • @giuseppe480
    @giuseppe480 4 роки тому

    Hi, does it have also normal FM radio?

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Hi Giuseppe, Yes it does have FM.

  • @leylandblooter6515
    @leylandblooter6515 4 роки тому

    Most moving version of a beautiful old song, and most appropriate euology for all Scots, especially the singer, who sadly has died.. Take the Low Road, my countrymen, take the Low Road.

  • @lawson1251
    @lawson1251 4 роки тому

    Very impressive bit of kit.

  • @jeg1972
    @jeg1972 4 роки тому

    RCA was the Radio Corporation of America

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thank you John ... after 40 years in radio I should have known that!

  • @dianechase7683
    @dianechase7683 4 роки тому

    An excellent tribute to another war hero. Well researched and told Gerald. Margaret's mother would have been so pleased to know that Harold is now on the Memorial.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Diane Chase Thank you Diane ... it’s good to know he now will be remembered.

  • @lawson1251
    @lawson1251 4 роки тому

    Such a sad story, but wonderfully told. So right that his name is finally on the memorial. Well done Gerald

  • @dr.s.chidambaram2356
    @dr.s.chidambaram2356 4 роки тому

    Dear Friend, Excellent demonstration of the Internet radio. Also, if you please, review Grundig DTR 6000 2.1 DAB Internet radio and its operation in details. I purchased from Germany and will be using shortly in india. Thank you friend.!!!!

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Glad you liked the review. I’ve no plans to review the Grundig model, but you never know! Thanks again.

  • @furiousdoe7779
    @furiousdoe7779 4 роки тому

    There is no link Ger

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thanks for letting me know. Apparently, The Wolfson is no longer available from Majority and I’ve now removed the link.

  • @greebo6549
    @greebo6549 4 роки тому

    Also the king's has a USB input

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Yes, as I said, both have USB sockets. Thanks for leaving your comment.

  • @EA-58
    @EA-58 4 роки тому

    Sweet.

  • @lawson1251
    @lawson1251 4 роки тому

    Brilliant piece Ger.

  • @lawson1251
    @lawson1251 4 роки тому

    Hi Ger. It looks a really good radio but we haven't got a single socket at that height except next to the kettle. 🤔

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Yes, it’s a bit limited in where you can place it.

  • @mabishop7632
    @mabishop7632 4 роки тому

    Does anyone happen to know if the battery is replaceable? Also if at home are you best to keep the radio plugged in or does this damage the battery? Instructions do not cover this.

  • @mairicarrey3725
    @mairicarrey3725 4 роки тому

    I found this story a few years ago and found it incredibly moving and am revisiting. I don't know if you're aware there has been a project to restore the cemetery and to create a digital archive of the people buried there, many of whom are from Dundee, because of the link to the jute mills. Stone for the gravestones was taken from Scotland to India and another project recorded the tombstones in 2008. www.scotsman.com/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/calcutta-cemetery-where-more-3000-scots-lie-612126

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for the information and update. I’m glad you discovered the story.

  • @rvdb8876
    @rvdb8876 4 роки тому

    I live in Belgium and this radio, Majority Eddington, is not available in stores here. I had to order it via Amazon. I also have a Sony XDR-P1DBP, which is about the same size as the Eddington. The Sony XDR-P1DBP does not have a Bluetooth function. Which is nice nowadays and will certainly appeal to young people. Both devices have a reasonable autonomy, plus / minus 10 hours at average volume level with a full battery. But the Sony is more expensive than Majority Eddington. The Majority has a color display, while the Sony has a simple LCD display. Both devices have a surprisingly good sound reproduction, given the compact dimensions. DAB+ is quite good here in Flanders. There are no (music) stations with a bitrate lower than 80. There are a lot of stations that use a bitrate of 96 kbs, which is pretty decent in aac. Hopefully this standard will be maintained, which guarantees a very good sound reproduction. Needless to say, I hardly ever listen to FM again, also because the range of stations on DAB is much wider than in FM. The sound reproduction in DAB+ at current bitrates is better than in FM, more detailed reproduction, better channel separation (stereo) and interference-free. This is especially noticeable if you listen via headphones. Both the Sony and the Majority give a good stereo signal to the headphone output. In my cars I use the Lenco DAC-100 adapter to receive DAB+, with very good results. So I completely succumbed to DAB+ I am very satisfied with the Majority Eddington, although I may not use it every day, it is very handy to carry around.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thanks for the interesting comparisons. Stay safe & well.

  • @grovsey3656
    @grovsey3656 4 роки тому

    Hi thanks for the videos. I also watched your kings review and Iam a little confused about the difference between the 2? Is this just the more modern one? Thanks.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      They're quite different in design and the configuration of the speakers is also different. The navigation menus are very similar. I believe both are available, but Majority's current range can be seen at majority.co.uk/product-category/radios/internet-radios/ .

  • @heatonparkmassive
    @heatonparkmassive 4 роки тому

    This is a superb device. I've even bought a second one, but had to get it from Ebay as Amazon have already sold out of them.

  • @jamesfield1674
    @jamesfield1674 4 роки тому

    Great system very comparable with Roberts systems

  • @hypnosiscenternyc
    @hypnosiscenternyc 4 роки тому

    It doesn't get sirius and doesn't support podcast programs and isn't sold in the U.S :(

  • @hypnosiscenternyc
    @hypnosiscenternyc 4 роки тому

    Wow .. not sold in the u.s.

  • @hanysso11
    @hanysso11 4 роки тому

    Sound quality 6/10

  • @Falco45able
    @Falco45able 4 роки тому

    Just ordered one , thanks for the review,😉

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Hope you enjoy your new Homerton. Thanks for the feedback.

  • @glennparkin
    @glennparkin 4 роки тому

    Hi. Loved the review. When playing a cd, does it display the artist name and title of track? Thanks

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      I gave mine to an elderly friend, but 99.9% sure it does.

  • @Krakzzz
    @Krakzzz 4 роки тому

    Good meeting - good system - somewhat complicated for very old people

  • @adroharv9213
    @adroharv9213 4 роки тому

    Just bought one of these on the strength of your excellent review. Having a problem currently however with anything requiring internet buffering pretty much all the time on most stations even our area which is Kent. Internet speed is broadband and fast with the router very close and I don't suffer with problems getting data normally. Is there perhaps a reason you can see why this might be. I may have to send it back because this was the main reason for purchase. I've also set the buffer to 8 seconds but it's no better

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Thanks for the nice comments about the video. It sounds like you have a fault with your sound system. It has a three year guarantee so apart from the hassle of returning it, you should be OK. Wherever you bought it from should be where you return it. Sorry I can’t be more helpful.

  • @keitharmstrong5132
    @keitharmstrong5132 4 роки тому

    Keith, hi just got one today and amazed by it. Only have one problem and that is, can I have the clock on constant rather than switching between local weather. Any advice would be greatly appreciated but I am still exploring the wonderful set up of this machine. I will add that situated in a bit of a hollow and surrounded by trees we get best result from internet setting. Thank you.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      Hi Keith, Delighted to read you are enjoying the Homerton by Majority. There are quite a few menus to get your head around, but it's worth the effort. I gave my Homerton to an elderly friend of mine who loves it and is constantly tuning into station in the USA and playing his collection of rock 'n' roll CDs. To answer your question: Using the remote press the Home button. Scroll though until you reach Configuration - press OK. Scroll down through the menus until you reach Weather - press OK. Scroll down to Show on Standby - press OK . Select Off and press OK. That should sort it out. If you don't like the way the time is displayed, select the Date & Time menu to make changes. Have fun - Gerald

  • @kartana
    @kartana 4 роки тому

    Great video. I'll probably buy this for my mum but I am not sure if it's easy to use for her. She's almost 67 now and not very tech savvy.

    • @GeraldMain
      @GeraldMain 4 роки тому

      67 is no age!!! I gave a similar music system to an 80 year old this week and he loves it ... although had to ask grandson to help with the Wi-fi code settings. I hope Mum loves it!