Philips AJ34901798 User Manual

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3490
Weatherband Clock radio AJ
Know these
the safety of everyone in your household,
please do not remove product covering.
closely to prevent operating and maintenance
problems.
Connaissez ces symboles de
provoquer un choc électrique. Pour la sécurité de
FM
chacun, nous vous prions de ne pas retirer le
boîtier de ce produit.
fonctionnement et d'entretien si vous ne lisez pas
ALARM
les informations s'y reportant.
Conozca estos simbolos de
Toll Free Help Line
Ligne d'assistance en service libre
Linea de ayuda telefónica sin cargo
800-531-0039
sacudida eléctrica. Para la seguridad de todos,
favor de no remover la cubierta del producto.
adjunta detenidamente para evitar problemas
de funcionamiento y mantenimiento.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS –
AJ 3490 Weatherband Clock Radio
Read before operating equipment
This product was designed and manufactured to meet
PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY
strict quality and safety standards. There are, however,
some installation and operation precautions which you
A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation
should be particularly aware of.
Knoxville, Tennessee 37914-1810, U.S.A.
1. Read these instructions – All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance
and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming
pool, etc.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth. The appliance
should be cleaned only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
7. Install in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions. Do not block any of the ventilation
openings. For example, the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface or
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or
cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. When the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
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CANADA
English: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Français: Cet appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
3140 115 2832.1 Printed in Hong Kong CMM/RM/0052
SAFETY / SÉCURITÉ / SEGURIDAD
s s a a f f e e t t y y
C A U T I O N
symbols
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This "bolt of lightning" indicates
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
uninsulated material within your unit
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
may cause an electrical shock. For INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR
2
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
3
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. FM
The "exclamation point" calls
attention to features for which you CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, 4
should read the enclosed literature
match wide blade of plug to wide slot, and fully
insert. 5
A T T E N T I O N
s s é é c c u u r r i i t t e e
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
Cet «éclair à pointe de flèche» indique ATTENTION: POUR REDUIRE LE RESQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER
LE COUVERCLE (NI LE PANNEAU ARRIERE). CET APPAREIL NE COMPORTE AUCUNE
PIECE POUVANT TRE REPAREE PAR L'UTILISATEUR. CONFIER SON ENTRETIEN A
qu'un matériau non isolé, situé à
UN TECHNICIEN QUALIFIE.
l'intérieur de l'unité, risque de
DANGER:
NE PAS EXPOSER CET
ÉQUIPEMENT A LA PLUIE NI A UNE HUMIDITÉ
EXCESSIVE POUR ÉVITER LES RISQUES
D'INCENDIE ET DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE.
Le «point d'exclamation» attire votre
ATTENTION:
Pour éviter les chocs
attention sur des sujets risquant de
électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la
provoquer des problèmes de
fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise
et pousser jusqu'au fond.
PRECAUCION
s s e e g g u u r r i i d d a a d d
RIESGO DE SACUDIDA ELECTRICA
NO ABRIR
0
PRECAUCION: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE SACUDIDA ELECTRICA,NO RETIRE
El símbolo del "rayo" indica que algún
LA CUBIERTA (NI EL PANEL POSTERIOR). ESTE APARATONO CONTIENE NINGUNA
PARTE QUE PUEDA SER REPARADA POREL USARIO. DE SER NECESARIO ALGUN
material no aislado dentro de su
SERVICIO O REPARACIONDEL APARATO, LLEVELO UN TECNICO CALIFICADO.
unidad podría resultar en una
ADVERTENCIA:
PARA EVITAR EL
RIESGO DE SACUDIDA ELECTRICA O
INCENDIO, NO EXPONGA ESTE EQUIPO A
El "signo de exclamación" le llama la battery compartment
LLUVIA NI A HUMEDAD. compartiment à piles
atención a características sobre las
compartimiento de la batería
PRECAUCION:
que Ud. debe leer la información Para evitar sacudida
eléctrica, introduzca la patilla ancha del enchufe
al fondo de la ranura ancha.
Installation/Radio
MAINS CONNECTION
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 1. Check if the mains voltage as shown on the
type plate on the base of the set corresponds to
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer. your local power supply.
2. Connect the power plug into the wall outlet.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
The power supply is now switched on and the
table specified by the manufacturer, or
numbers on the display will start to flash. You
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
will need to set the correct time.
used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 3. To disconnect the set from the power
completely, withdraw the power plug from the
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
wall outlet.
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
FM/AM RADIO
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
1. If required, release the WEATHERBAND ON/OFF
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
button to the off position.
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
2. Set the RADIO switch to ON.
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
3. Select your waveband using the BAND switch.
normally, or has been dropped.
4. Use TUNING to find your radio station.
15. Battery usage CAUTION. To prevent battery
5. Adjust the sound with the VOLUME control.
leakage which may result in bodily injury or damage 6. To turn off the radio, set the RADIO switch to
to the unit:
OFF.
• Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked
To improve radio reception
on the unit.
– For AM, the set is provided with a built-in
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon
antenna which to function best should be
and alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a placed on a non-metallic surface e.g. wood,
long time. plastic. Direct the AM antenna by adjusting the
position of your clock radio.
EL 6475-E001: 00/8
– For FM and Weatherband reception there is
an antenna wire built-in into the power cord.
You should adjust the power cord slightly to
obtain optimum reception.
AC
Polarized Plug
WEATHERBAND
1. Press the WEATHERBAND ON/OFF button to the
on position.
2. Tune to your weatherband station by adjusting
the WEATHERBAND TUNING knob on the back
of the set.
3. Adjust the sound with VOLUME control.
applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le Régelement sur le
Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
ENGLISH
1 Clock control
1 $ @ !
– SET TIME – to set clock time
# 0
– SET ALARM 2 – to set/review ALARM 2
– SET ALARM 1 – to set/review ALARM 1
– CLOCK – to return to clock time display after
setting clock/alarm times
– 7, 4
– to adjust both the hours and minutes
(fast up, slow down) for the clock and alarm times
2 ALARM 1:
– BUZ (zer) – to activate buzzer for alarm 1 setting
– RAD (io) – to activate radio for alarm 1 setting
7 – OFF – to switch off alarm 1
3 ALARM 2:
– BUZ (zer) – to activate buzzer for alarm 2 setting
– RAD (io) – to activate radio for alarm 2 setting
8
– OFF – to switch off alarm 2
ALARM
4 RADIO – to switch radio mode ON/OFF
9
5 BRIGHTNESS – to adjust the display illumination: HI-LO
6 6 Display – to show the hours, minutes and
activated alarms
7 TUNING – to tune to radio stations
8 BAND – to select FM-AM band
9 VOLUME – for adjusting the volume
0 WEATHERBAND TUNING – to tune to a weatherband station
! WEATHERBAND ON/OFF – to switch on/off weatherbands
@ ALARM RESET – to stop the active alarm for 24 hours
WEATHERBAND... # /REPEAT ALARM – to switch off sleep
INSTANT ACCESS SLEEP OFF
– to stop the active alarm for a 9 minute
period
$ SLEEP – to activate sleep time
WEATHERBAND
FINE TUNE
% Power cord – for AC power supply
– antenna for FM reception
%
Graphical symbols and supplementary markings are located
on the bottom of the set.
Alarm
Clock
SETTING THE ALARM ALARM OFF
CLOCK
Illumination brightness General
You can switch off the alarm in three ways:
– To change the brightness of the clock display
If you wish to use the alarm, then you should first Unless you choose to cancel the alarm completely,
illumination adjust the BRIGHTNESS switch to
set the alarm time.Two different alarm times are the ALARM RESET option will be automatically
HI or LO.
possible. This can be useful when, for example, selected after 59 minutes from the time your alarm
you need to be awakened at a different time
first goes off.
Clock display
during the week and at the weekend. There is also
The clock indicates the time on the display. In case
ALARM RESET
the choice of two modes for waking you up: by
of the 12-hour clock system, the PM indicator will
If you want the alarm mode to be stopped
buzzer or radio.
light up (on=PM, off=AM). The ALARM indicator
immediately, but also wish to repeat the alarm call
The display also indicates whether you have
comes on when you switch on the alarm.
at the same time for the following day:
switched on the alarm (s), and these indicators
• Press ALARM RESET during the alarm call.
Adjusting the time
will light up respectively next to ALARM 1 and
1. Adjust the clock control to the SET TIME position.
ALARM 2 on the display. REPEAT ALARM
2. Press and hold down the 4,7 buttons to set and
This will repeat your alarm call at 9 minutes
adjust both the hours and the minutes.
intervals
– With your finger held down on 7, the time ALARM ON
• Press
will increase rapidly and continuously from
• Press
minutes to hours. Release 7 when you reach 1. Adjust the clock control to the SET ALARM 1 or
SET ALARM 2 position.
the approximate time setting.
• If, however, you do not press
2. Press and hold down the 4, 7 buttons to set
– Pressing 4 will allow you to adjust the time
and adjust both the hours and minutes.
slowly back minute by minute.
– With your finger held down on 7, the time
3. Release the 7 or 4 buttons when you have
will increase rapidly and continuously from
reached the correct setting.
minutes to hours. Release 7 when you reach
4. To safeguard the clock time from being
the approximate time setting.
accidentally adjusted, turn the clock control to
– Pressing 4 will allow you to adjust the time
the CLOCK position. Switching off the alarm completely
slowly back minute by minute.
• Before or during the set alarm goes off, push
3. Release the 7 or 4 buttons when you have
reached the correct setting.
4. Adjust the clock control to the CLOCK position
to return to clock time display.
– To review your set alarm time, adjust the
clock control to the respective SET ALARM 1
or SET ALARM 2 position.
5. To select the alarm mode you wish to be
awoken by, set the respective ALARM 1or
ALARM 2 switch to or .
RAD BUZ
– If you have selected the radio mode, make
sure you have adjusted the volume loud
enough to wake you.
FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL
– réglage de l'heure – para ajustar el reloj
– réglage/vérification de l'alarme 2 – para ajustar/verificar la 2ª hora de despertarse
– réglage/vérification de l'alarme 1 – para ajustar/verificar la 1ª hora de despertarse
– pour réafficher l'heure d'horloge après avoir réglé – para que el visor vuelva a mostrar la hora del reloj después
l'heure/l'alarmes de haber ajustado el reloj/despertador
– réglage des heures et des minutes (accéléré en avant, – para ajustar las horas y los minutos (rápido hacia arriba,
ralenti en arrière) pour l'heure et l'alarme lento hacia abajo) para el reloj y el despertador
– réveil par la sonnerie à l'heure de réveil 1 – para despertarse con el zumbador a la 1ª hora de despertarse
– réveil par la radio à l'heure de réveil 1 – para despertarse con la radio a la 1ª hora de despertarse
– arrêt complet de l'alarme 1 – para apagar el despertador ALARM 1
– réveil par la sonnerie à l'heure de réveil 2 – para despertarse con el zumbador a la 2ª hora de despertarse
– réveil par la radio à l'heure de réveil 2 – para despertarse con la radio a la 2ª hora de despertarse
– arrêt complet de l'alarme 2 – para apagar el despertador ALARM 2
– pour allumer (ON)/éteindre (OFF) la radio – para encender (ON)/apagar (OFF) la radio
– réglage de l'éclairage de l'afficheur: HI (maxi) - LO (mini) – para ajustar la iluminación del visor: HI (alto)- LO (bajo)
– pour indiquer les heures, les minutes et les alarmes – indica las horas, los minutos y los despertadores
sélectionnées activados
– accord sur l'émetteur – para sintonizar la emisora de radio deseada
– choix de la bande d'ondes (FM-AM) – para seleccionar la banda de ondas (FM-AM)
– réglage du volume – para ajustar el volumen
– pour syntoniser l'appareil sur une station diffusant des – para sintonizar una emisora de la banda
bulletins météo meteorológica
– pour activer/désactiver la réception de la bande Météo – para activar/desactivar la banda meteorológica
– arrêt de l'alarme pour 24 heures – para apagar el despertador activado para 24 horas
– arrêt de la fonction arrêt programmé – para cancelar la función de dormitado
– arrêt de l'alarme pour 9 minutes – para apagar el despertador activado por 9 minutos
– activation de la fonction arrêt programmé – para activar el tiempo de dormitado
– branchement au secteur – para la conexión a la red
– antenne pour la réception en FM – antena para la FM
Sur le dessous de l'appareil En la base del aparato se encuentran
vous trouverez des symboles graphiques et des símbolos gráficos y indicaciones adicionales.
indications supplémentaires.
Sleep Additional
SLEEP MAINTENANCE
The clock radio has a built-in timer device called – If you do not intend to use the clock radio for a
the SLEEP, which enables the radio to be long time, disconnect the set by removing the
automatically switched off after a set period of plug from the wall outlet. The battery should
time; this allows you to lie back, listen and fall also be removed to prevent chemical leakage
asleep. The maximum sleep time is 59 minutes. which will damage your set.
– To clean your set from fingerprints, dust and
SLEEP ON
dirt, use a clean and soft damp cloth or chamois
leather. Do not use cleaning products which
1. Set the RADIO switch to the OFF position.
contain benzene, thinner etc. as these may
2. Set your sleep time by pressing on the SLEEP
harm the housing.
button. Keep your finger on the button and the
display will begin to count down from 59 to 00
CLOCK MEMORY BACKUP
minutes.
3. Release the button as soon as the required – When a power failure occurs, the complete
sleep time is reached. clock radio will be switched off.
SLEEP OFF /REPEAT ALARM.
– As soon as the power supply returns, the
/REPEAT ALARM again during the
SLEEP OFF SLEEP OFF
numbers on the display will start to flash. This
next call if you wish to repeat the alarm call.
indicates that you must set the correct time on
SLEEP OFF /REPEAT
You can switch off the radio before the sleep time the clock.
ALARM again, the alarm will sound for
has elapsed: – To retain the clock time and the set alarm time(s)
59 minutes before turning itself off. Your alarm
in the event of a power failure or disconnection,
– To cancel the SLEEP function,
time setting will then automatically enter the
insert a 9 volt battery, type 6F22 (not supplied)
press SLEEP OFF /REPEAT ALARM.
ALARM RESET mode to sound at the same time
into the battery compartment: this will act as a
next day.
Notes: clock memory back up. However, the time will
– The sleep function does not affect the alarm not be illuminated on the clock display. Operation
of the alarm (s), WEATHERBAND and FM/AM
setting (s).
radio are also excluded.
the ALARM (1 or 2) switch to the OFF position. – If during SLEEP you have turned down the
– The alarm indicator will disappear from the volume and you have an alarm set in radio For clarity, the battery back up is used to retain
mode, make sure you have adjusted the volume the set clock and alarm time (s) only.
display.
loud enough to wake you up the next day. As soon as the power supply returns, the
display will indicate the correct time.
• Before inserting the battery, connect the power
plug to the wall outlet.
• Insert a battery into the battery compartment.
– Replace the battery once a year. It is not
possible to say precisely how long the battery
will last. The service life depends on how often
and for how long the power supply fails. This
varies according to country and region.
LIMITED WARRANTY
PORTABLE AUDIO
90 Days Free Exchange
This product must be carried in for an exchange.
WHO IS COVERED? EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN U.S.A.,
You must have proof of purchase to exchange the product. PUERTO RICO OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...
A sales receipt or other document showing that you Contact your dealer to arrange an exchange. Or, ship the
purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. product, insured and freight prepaid, and with proof of
Attach it to this owner's manual and keep both nearby. purchase enclosed, to the address listed below.
Small Product Service Center
WHAT IS COVERED? Philips Service Company
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. 907 Snapps Ferry Road, Plant 2, Building 6
For one year thereafter, a defective or inoperative product Greeneville, TN 37743
will be replaced with a new, renewed or comparable (In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands, all implied
product at no charge to you. A replacement product is warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and
covered only for the original warranty period. When the fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the
warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on duration of this express warranty. But, because some states
the replacement product also expires. do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may
last, this limitation may not apply to you.)
WHAT IS EXCLUDED?
Your warranty does not cover: EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN CANADA...
• labor charges for installation or setup of the product, Please contact Philips at:
adjustment of customer controls on the product, and
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the
1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking)
product.
• product repair and/or part replacement because of (In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other
misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied,
not within the control of Philips Consumer Electronics including any implied warranties of merchantability or
Company. fitness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under
• reception problems caused by signal conditions or any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, incidental
cable or antenna systems outside the unit. or consequential damages, howsoever incurred, even if
• a product that requires modification or adaptation to notified of the possibility of such damages.)
enable it to operate in any country other than the
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damaged by these modifications. Service Company at (800) 531-0039 to obtain the cost of out-
• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the of-warranty exchange. Then carefully pack the product and
product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of ship it to the Small Product Service Center (address listed
incidental or consequential damages, so the above above). In Canada, call the phone number listed above under
exclusion may not apply to you. This includes, but is "Exchanging a Product in Canada" to obtain the cost of out-
not limited to, prerecorded material, whether of-warranty exchange.
copyrighted or not copyrighted.)
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product below. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty
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You may exchange the product in all countries where the you if necessary.
product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer
Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer
Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the MODEL # __________________________________
local Philips service organization will attempt to provide a
replacement product (although there may be a delay if the
appropriate product is not readily available). SERIAL # __________________________________
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Please check your owner's manual before requesting an
exchange. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may
save you a trip.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 2976, Longview, Texas 75606, (903) 242-4800
EL6095T002 / MAC5433 / 1-97
Troubleshooting
– If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.
– If you are unable to remedy a problem by following the hints below, consult your dealer or service
center.
WARNING:
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate
the warranty.
PROBLEM The alarm does not function
– POSSIBLE CAUSE – The alarm is not set
• REMEDY • Set the alarm time and the alarm switch to
BUZ
or RAD .
No sound
– Volume too low for radio.
• Increase the volume.
– Volume not adjusted.
• Adjust the volume.
The SLEEP does not function
AM broadcast cannot be received properly
– RADIO still in ON position.
– Weak radio signal. • Switch RADIO to OFF position.
• Rotate the set for better reception and make
sure the set is placed on a non-metallic surface. The radio does not function
– WEATHERBAND ON/OFF still in on position.
Continuous crackling and hiss noise during • Release WEATHERBAND ON/OFF to off
AM reception
position.
– Interference from other electrical equipment
e.g. TV's, computers, fluorescent lamps.
• Move the clock radio away from electrical
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
equipment.
Intermittent crackling sound during FM reception All unnecessary packaging material has been
omitted. We have tried to make the packaging
– Weak signal.
easy to separate into two materials: cardboard
• Adjust the built-in power cord antenna.
and paper pulp.
Poor or no WEATHERBAND reception
Your set consists of materials which can be
– Weak signal.
recycled if disassembled by a specialized
• Adjust the built-in power cord antenna.
company. Please observe the local regulations
– Out of WEATHERBAND range. regarding the disposal of packing materials, dead
– Move the set to a suitable location. batteries and old equipment.
The type-plate is located on the bottom of the clock radio.
This set complies with the FCC-Rules, part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.