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7 Product information 16 1 Important 4 8 Troubleshooting 17 2 Your DAB+ clock radio 5 9 Notice 18 Introduction 5 What’s in the box 5 Overview of the main unit 6 Specifications 16 Recycling 18 3 Get started 8 Prepare FM/DAB+ antenna 8 Connect power 8 Set clock 8 Turn radio on/off 8 4 Listen to Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB+) 9 Tune to DAB+ radio stations 9 Store DAB+ radio stations automatically 9 Store DAB+ radio stations manually
1 Important • • • • • • • 3 EN The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles). Never insert objects into the ventilation slots or other openings on the apparatus. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
English 2 Your DAB+ clock radio Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. Introduction With this unit, you can: • listen to FM or DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting) radio • know the time • be waken up by DAB+/FM radio or buzzer alarm. The unit offers Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) to enrich sound.
Overview of the main unit a b c d e o n m l k j f i g h p q 5 EN
b INFO/MENU • Access DAB+/FM menu. • Display DAB+/RDS information. c DBB • Turn on/off dynamic bass enhancement. o AUTOSCAN • Scan radio stations. • Store favorite radio stations in memory. English a BACK • Return to previous menu. • Cancel a selection. p DC IN • Connect power. q FOR SOFTWARE UPDATE ONLY • Update software via USB connector (if available). d SLEEP • Set sleep timer. / e • • • Navigate through the DAB+/FM menu. Select a preset radio station. Scan for previous/next radio station.
3 Get started 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. ___________________________ Prepare FM/DAB+ antenna For better reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the FM/DAB+ antenna.
Store DAB+ radio stations automatically Tip •• New stations and services will be added in the DAB+ broadcast. To make new DAB+ stations and services available, perform full scan regularly. Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) is a way of broadcasting radio digitally through a network of transmitters. It provides you with more choice, better sound quality, and more information. In DAB+ mode, press and hold AUTO SCAN for 3 seconds.
4 5 Press SELECT to confirm. »» Searching starts. Select DRC setting When searching is complete, press SELECT again to start playing. While listening to DAB+ radio, you can change DRC (Dynamic Range Control) settings to add/ remove a degree of compensation for audio performance. Listen to a preset DAB+ radio station 1 Press / to select a preset DAB+ 2 radio channel. Press SELECT to confirm.
Tune to FM radio stations Tip •• Position the antenna as far as possible from TV, VCR, or other radiation source. •• For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the antenna. 1 2 Press SOURCE repeatedly to select FM tuner. Press and hold or . »» The radio tunes to a station with strong reception automatically. »» To tune to a weak station, rotate TUNING +/- until you find optimal reception.
6 Other features Adjust system settings 1 In DAB+ or FM mode, press 2 3 4 5 INFO/MENU for 3 seconds to display system menu. Press / displayed. repeatedly until [System] is Press SELECT to confirm. Repeat steps 2-3 to select an option. Press BACK to exit. [Time] [Set 12/24 hour] [Set date] [Auto update] [Set date format] [Backlight] [Time out] [On level] [Factory [Yes] Reset] [No] [SW version] [Software [Yes] Upgrade] [No] Select 12-hour mode or 24-hour mode. Set date. Select how to update time.
Submenu [Time out] [OFF] Description The backlight is always on. [10 sec] The backlight turns off 10 seconds after operation. [30 sec] The backlight turns off 30 seconds after operation. [60 sec] The backlight turns off 60 seconds after operation. [120 sec] The backlight turns off 120 seconds after operation. [On level] [Auto] The backlight is automatically adjusted. [High] The backlight is bright. [Medium] The backlight is at medium level. [Low] The backlight is dim. 4 To exit, press BACK.
4 Press SELECT to confirm. »» Sub-menu is displayed. [Daily] The alarm is activated everyday. [Weekends] The alarm is activated on Saturday and Sunday. [Weekdays] The alarm is activated from Monday to Friday. [Once] [xx-xx- The alarm is activated xxxx] only once. Need to set date. (Set date) 5 6 7 »» If [Source DAB] or [Source FM] is selected, [last listened] is displayed. Press SELECT to confirm. Press / to select an option, then press SELECT. »» A volume bar is displayed.
Tip English •• To deactivate the sleep timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until [Sleep off] (sleep off ) is displayed. Enhance bass Press DBB repeatedly to turn on/off dynamic bass enhancement.
7 Product information General information AC/DC adaptor Note •• Product information is subject to change without prior notice. Specifications Amplifier Rated Output Power 1.5 W RMS Tuner Tuning Range Tuning grid (FM) Sensitivity - Mono, 26dB S/N Ratio Search Selectivity Total Harmonic Distortion Signal to Noise Ratio Number of presets 15 EN FM: 87.5 - 108MHz DAB+: 174.92 239.
English 8 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. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips web site (www. philips.com/welcome). When you contact Philips, ensure that the apparatus is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.
9 Notice This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community. Recycling Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol attached to a product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC: Never dispose of your product with other household waste.
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