Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome AJB3552 EN User manual AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
Contents 1 2 3 4 Important 5 Your DAB clock radio 9 Safety Notice 5 7 Introduction What’s in the box Overview of the main unit 9 9 10 Get started 13 Listen to Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB) 16 Connect power Set clock Turn radio on/off 13 14 15 Scan DAB radio stations automatically Tune to a DAB radio station Search for DAB radio station manually Store favorite DAB radio stations in memory Listen to a preset DAB radio station Show DAB information Use DAB menu Select DRC setting AJB3552_05_
5 Listen to FM radio 21 Adjust settings 24 Product information 31 8 Troubleshooting 33 4 EN 6 7 Tune to a radio station Scan for FM radio stations Store favorite FM radio stations in memory Listen to a preset FM radio station Display RDS information Select FM radio searching scope Adjust time setting Select backlight settings Set alarm timer Set the sleep timer Enhance bass Specifications AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
1 Important Safety Important safety instructions a The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. b Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles). c Never insert objects into the ventilation slots or other openings on the apparatus. d Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Safety-Important notes for users in the U.K. Mains plug This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: a Remove fuse cover and fuse. b Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. c Refit the fuse cover. How to connect a plug The wires in the mains lead are coloured with the following code: blue = neutral (N), brown = live (L).
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.
Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment. 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. 2010 © Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved.
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 either digital radio (DAB) or analog FM radio • know the time • wake 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 a b c 10 BACK Return to previous menu. Cancel a selection. • • INFO/MENU Access DAB/FM menu. Display DAB/RDS information. • • DBB • Turn on or off dynamic bass enhancement. EN AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
d e f g h i j k l m SLEEP Set sleep timer. • • • • / Navigate through the DAB/FM menu. Select a preset radio station. Scan for previous/next radio station. Display panel Show status. • Light sensor For backlight brightness adjustment. • MINUTE/VOLUME Set minute. Adjust volume. • • HOUR/TUNING +/Set hour. Tune to a radio station. • • SET ALARM/CLOCK/SET TIME Set alarm/time. Switch to clock screen. • • REPEAT ALARM•SELECT Repeat alarm. Confirm selection.
n o 12 SOURCE Select DAB/FM source. • AUTOSCAN Scan radio stations. Store favorite radio stations in memory. • • EN AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
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. ___________________________ Connect power Caution •• Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or underside of the apparatus.
1 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC socket on the apparatus first and then to the power socket. Set clock 1 In standby mode, rotate SET ALARM/CLOCK/SET TIME to the SET TIME position. »» The hour and minute digits begin to blink. 2 3 4 Rotate HOUR to set the hour. 14 Rotate MINUTE to set the minute. Rotate the SET ALARM/CLOCK/SET TIME to the CLOCK position to confirm. EN AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
Turn radio on/off 1 In standby mode, press RADIO ON/OFF to turn on radio. »» The last listened DAB or FM station broadcasts automatically. Tip •• You can also turn on radio by pressing SOURCE. •• To turn radio off, press RADIO ON/OFF. AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
4 Listen to Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB) 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. 1 Press SOURCE repeatedly to select DAB. »» The unit automatically scans DAB radio stations. The unit stores all available DAB radio stations and then broadcasts the first available station.
Tune to a DAB radio station 1 2 In DAB mode, rotate TUNING +/- to navigation through available DAB stations. Press SELECT to confirm. Search for DAB radio station manually 1 2 3 4 5 In DAB mode, press INFO/MENU for over 3 seconds. Press / to select [Manual tune], then press SELECT. Rotate TUNING +/- to navigate DAB radio frequency. Press SELECT to confirm. »» Searching starts. When searching is complete, press SELECT again to start playing.
3 4 5 Press / to select a number: 1- 20. Press SELECT to confirm. Repeat steps 1-4 to store other stations. Note •• To remove a pre-stored DAB radio station, store another station in its place. Listen to a preset DAB radio station 1 2 Press / to select a preset DAB radio channel. Press SELECT to confirm.
• • Bit rate and audio status Date Use DAB menu You can remove all invalid stations from the available DAB station list. 1 2 3 In DAB mode, press INFO/MENU for over 3 seconds. 4 5 Press Press / repeatedly until [Prune] is displayed. Press SELECT to confirm. »» [No][Yes] is displayed. / to select [Yes]. Press SELECT. »» All invalid stations are removed.
4 Press 5 Press SELECT to confirm the selection. 20 • • • / repeatedly to select an option: [DRC off]: DRC is switched off. [DRC high]: DRC is switched on. Recommend to use this setting in noisy environment. [DRC low]: DRC is set to half normal level. EN AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
5 Listen to FM radio Tune to a radio station 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.
Store favorite FM radio stations in memory 1 2 Tune to a FM radio station. Press AUTO SCAN. »» The preset channel number is displayed. 3 4 Press 5 Repeat steps 1-4 to store other stations. / to select a channel: 1-20. Press SELECT. »» The selected FM radio station is saved in the selected channel. Listen to a preset FM radio station 1 Press / to select a preset number. »» The station starts broadcast in a few seconds.
Select FM radio searching scope Before you start to search for FM radio stations, you can select searching scope. 1 2 3 Press INFO/MENU for over 3 seconds. Press or until [Scan setting] is displayed, then press SELECT. Press • • 4 or to select an option: [Strong stations only]: Only stations with strong signals can be searched. [All stations]: Stations with both strong and weak signals can be searched. Press SELECT to confirm. AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
6 Adjust settings 1 2 3 4 5 6 In DAB or FM mode, press INFO/MENU for over 3 seconds to display system menu. Press / repeatedly until [System] is displayed. Press SELECT to confirm. Press / repeatedly to select an option. Press SELECT to confirm. Press BACK to exit. [Time] [Set 12/24 hour] Select 12-hour mode or 24-hour mode. [Set date] Set date. [Auto update] Select how to update time. [Set date format] Select display format of date. [Backlight] [Time out] Select when to turn off the backlight.
Adjust time setting 1 2 Enter system setting menu. 3 Press / confirm. Press / repeated until [Time] is displayed, then press SELECT. Options to select an option, then press SELECT to Sub-menu Description [Set 12/24 [Set 12 hour] hour] Time is displayed in 12-hour mode. [Set 24 hour] Time is displayed in 24-hour mode. [Set date] [Auto update] [Set date format] 4 Set date. [Update from Any] To synchronize time from FM or DAB stations. [Update from FM] To synchronize time from FM stations.
Select backlight settings 1 2 3 Enter system setting menu. Press / repeated until [Backlight] is displayed, then press SELECT. Press / to select an option, then press SELECT to confirm. Options Sub-menu Description [Time out] [On] 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.
Set alarm timer 1 2 3 4 5 Ensure that you have set the clock correctly. In standby mode, rotate SET ALARM/CLOCK/SET TIME to the SET ALARM position. »» The hour and minute digits begin to blink. Rotate HOUR to set the hour. Rotate MINUTE to set the minute. Rotate the SET ALARM/CLOCK/SET TIME to the CLOCK position to confirm. Adjust alarm setting Note •• You need to set date (see ‘Adjust time setting’ on page 25) before select alarm mode. 1 2 3 Press RADIO ON/OFF to enter standby mode, if necessary.
• 4 [Source FM]: Last listened FM radio is selected as alarm sound. Press SELECT to confirm. • Sub-menu is displayed. [Daily] The alarm activates everyday. [Weekends] The alarm activates on Saturday and Sunday. [Weekdays] The alarm activates from Monday to Friday. [Once] [xx-xxxxxx] (Set date) The alarm activates only once. Need to set date. (see ‘Adjust time setting’ on page 25) »» If it is [Source DAB] or [Source FM] is selected, [last listened] is displayed. Press SELECT to confirm.
Activate or deactivate the alarm timer 1 Press ALARM ON/OFF repeatedly to activate or deactivate the alarm timer. »» [Alarm On] or [Alarm Off] is displayed briefly. Repeat alarm 1 When alarm sounds, press REPEAT ALARM•SELECT repeatedly to select snooze interval: • [Snooze 5 minutes]: The alarm repeats in 5 minutes later. • [Snooze 10 minutes]: The alarm repeats in 10 minutes later. • [Snooze 15 minutes]: The alarm repeats in 15 minutes later.
Stop alarm sound 1 When the alarm sounds, press ALARM ON/OFF. »» The alarm stops but the alarm settings remain. Set the sleep timer This unit can switch to standby automatically after a period. 1 Press SLEEP repeatedly to select time period: • [15 minutes] • [30 minutes] • [45 minutes] • [60 minutes] • [90 minutes] »» When the sleep timer is activated, the display shows . To enter standby mode immediately, press SLEEP repeatedly until [Sleep off] is displayed.
7 Product information Note •• Product information is subject to change without prior notice. Specifications Amplifier Rated Output Power 1.5 W RMS Tuner Tuning Range FM: 87.5 - 108MHz DAB: 174.92 - 239.20 MHz Tuning grid (FM) 50 KHz Sensitivity - Mono, 26dB S/N Ratio < 22 dBf Search Selectivity < 28 dBf Total Harmonic Distortion < 2% AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
Signal to Noise Ratio >55 dB Number of presets 20 (FM) 20 (DAB) General information AC/DC adaptor (Input) 100 ~ 240 V~, 50/60 H, 0.5A (Output) 5V, 1.0A (Brand name) Philips (Model number) AS100-050-AI100 Operation Power Consumption 2W Standby Power Consumption <1W Dimensions 172 x 92 x 72 mm Weight 0.5 kg 32 EN AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
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.
Timer does not work •• Set the clock correctly. •• Switch on the timer. Clock/timer setting erased •• Power has been interrupted or the power plug has been disconnected. •• Reset the clock/timer. 34 EN AJB3552_05_UM_V1.1.
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