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English 1 Important Safety Important Safety Instructions a Read these instructions. b Keep these instructions. c Heed all warnings. d Follow all instructions. e Do not use this apparatus near water. f Clean only with dry cloth. g Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. h Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. l Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. m Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Notice This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Recycling Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
Class II equipment symbol This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system. Environmental information All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet.) Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company.
Introduction With this unit, you can: • know the time • listen to FM/MW radio stations What’s in the box Check and identify the contents of your package: • Main unit • Power cord • User manual Overview of the main unit a b i c h d g e f a b Antenna • Improve radio reception. • Jack for headphone.
c d VOLUME • Adjust volume. • Turn on/off radio. e 1 - 10 • Select number for a preset radio station. • Select a preset radio station. f Display panel • Show the time/radio information. g BAND • Select FM or MW band. h TUNING • Tune to a radio station. • Adjust hour/minute digits. i PROG/AUTO SCAN • Program preset radio stations. • Scan and store radio stations automatically. • Set time.
Note •• The type plate is located on the bottom of the apparatus. If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of this apparatus. The model number and serial number are on the bottom of the apparatus. Write the numbers here: Model No. __________________________ Serial No. ___________________________ Install battery Caution •• Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries in fire.
Tip •• When the main unit is powered by batteries, the backlight turns on for 5 seconds after any operation. Connect power Caution •• Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the unit. •• Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the AC power cord, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord. •• Before you connect the AC power cord, ensure that you have completed all other connections.
Tip •• When the main unit is powered by AC mains supply, the backlight always turns on. Set time 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press to turn off the radio. Press and hold PROG/AUTO SCAN. »» The hour digits begin to blink. Rotate TUNING to set the hour. Press PROG/AUTO SCAN to confirm. »» The minute digits begin to blink. Rotate TUNING to set the minute. Press PROG/AUTO SCAN to confirm. Turn on 1 Press to turn on the radio.
4 Listen to radio Select FM/MW band 1 2 Press to turn on the radio. Press BAND to switch between FM/MW band. Tune to a radio station 1 2 Press to turn on the radio. »» [FM] or [MW] is displayed. Rotate TUNING clockwise or counter-clockwise to tune to a radio station. To skip to previous/next radio station with strongest signal automatically: 1 Press PROG/AUTO SCAN. »» The radio frequency begins to blink.
2 Press and hold PROG/AUTO SCAN for 2 seconds. »» All available stations are programmed in the order of waveband reception strength. »» The first programed radio station broadcasts automatically. Program radio stations manually Note •• You can program a maximum of 10 preset FM radio stations and 10 MW radio stations. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press to turn on the radio. Tune to a radio station. Press PROG/AUTO SCAN. »» The radio frequency begins to blink. Press 1 - 10 to select a number.
5 Press PROG/AUTO SCAN to confirm. Tip •• To overwrite a programmed station, program another station in its place. Select a preset radio station 1 2 Press to turn on the radio. Press 1 - 10 to select a preset radio station. 5 Product information Note •• Product information is subject to change without prior notice. Tuner Tuning range FM: 87.
General Power supply AC: 220 - 240V~, 50/60Hz DC: 4 x C batteries Maximum power output 1W Operation Power Consumption 5W Dimensions - Main Unit (H x W x D) 210 x 137 x 79 mm Weight - With Packing - Main Unit 1.2kg 0.8 kg 6 Troubleshooting Warning •• Never remove the casing of this apparatus. To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself. If you encounter problems when using this apparatus, check the following points before requesting service.
Timer does not work •• Set the clock correctly. •• Switch on the timer. No sound •• Adjust the volume. Clock/timer setting erased •• Power has been interrupted or the power cord has been disconnected. •• Reset the clock/timer. No response from the unit •• Take out the batteries and turn on the unit again. •• Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on the unit again.
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