Philips HC8350 Manual

Introduction

Read these instructions. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before using the wireless headphone system.

Check if the voltage indicated on the type plate of the adapter corresponds to the local mains voltage before connecting to the mains power supply.

Remove the batteries from the headphone's battery compartment and disconnect the adapter from the mains if the system is not in use for a long period.

Prevent fire or shock hazard: do not expose this equipment to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.

Radio equipment for wireless audio applications is not protected against disturbance from other radio services.

General information

Before using the FM headphone for the first time, please ensure that the batteries are fully charged for about 16 hours. This will guarantee a longer operating lifetime of the batteries.

Benefits of Philips latest RF/FM wireless technology

Wireless transmission
The FM transmitter transmits the stereo audio signal from your audio or video source to your FM headphone without wires.

Wide transmission range
Your FM headphone can receive signals up to 100 meters away.

High - frequency radio system
The FM headphone set uses a high radio frequency as the signal carrier, ensuring a very clear, sharp reception.

Automatic power on/off indicator
The FM transmitter automatically switches on and starts transmitting when audio signals are detected at the audio input (red LED).When no audio signals are detected the FM transmitter automatically switches off after a few minutes.

Rechargeable system
The FM transmitter recharges the headphone's built-in rechargeable LR03/ AAA NiCd batteries. Just place the batteries in the transmitter's battery compartment. The green LED lights up during charging.

Easy transmission
The FM headphone is able to receive signals from the transmitter, even through barriers such as doors, walls and windows.

Multiple headphones with one transmitter
An additional number of headphones and/or wireless speakers can be used with a single transmitter if they:

• operate in the 864 MHz band
• can detect a 19 kHz pilot tone.

Please consult the appliance's electrical specification sheets for confirmation on compatibility.

Kit contents

This FM headphone system consists of the following accessories:

1 x SBC HC8352 FM transmitter
1 x SBC HC8355 FM headphone
1 x SBC CS030/00 12Volt / 200mA AC/DC adapter (for UK:SBC CS030/05 12 Volt/ 200 mA AC/DC adapter)
2 x rechargeable batteries LR03/AAA(NiCd), 550 mAh
1 x 3.5 mm plug to 6.3 mm stereo adapter plug
1 x antenna tube

Transmitter

(figure 1)

1. Recharging indicator — the green LED lights up during recharging. Completely flat batteries will be fully charged after about 16 hours.
2. Power indicator — lights up when audio signals are detected at the audio input.
3. Recharging compartment — just place the batteries in the transmitter's battery compartment. The green LED lights up during recharging.
4. DC power — connect to the 12 Volt/ 200 mA AC/DC adapter
5. 3.5 mm stereo headphone audio input — connects your FM transmitter to an audio source
6. Channel switch — select one of 2 channels for best reception. We advise you to select channel 1 as a first option.
7. Controls plate

Headphone

(figure 2)

8. Power indication — lights up when in use.
9. Power On/Off — slide the switch to the on or off position to switch the headphone on/off.
10. Battery compartment — remove the earcushion, take out the batteries and put them in the transmitter's recharging compartment for recharging.
11. Volume — adjust volume to your desired listening level.
12. Tuning — turn the tuning wheel until the signal is at its clearest.

Installation

Transmitter power supply

Use only Philips SBC C S030/00 12 Volt/200 mA AC /DC adapter. (For UK,use only Philips SBC CS030/05)

1. Make sure the adapter's rated voltage corresponds to the mains socket voltage.
2. Connect the DC connector of the AC/DC adapter to the 12 Volt DC power input connector located at the rear of the transmitter.
3. Connect the 12 Volt/200 mA AC/DC adapter to the mains socket.
   • Always disconnect the AC/DC adapter if the transmitter is not to be used for a long period of time.
4. Insert the antenna tube in the hole, located on the top of the transmitter. Ensure that the wire which is hanging out of that hole, is guided in the antenna tube.
   • Installing the antenna tube correctly, will improve the transmission range.

Headphone power supply

Use only rechargeable LR03/AAA NiC d batteries (preferably Philips).
Do not use NiMH batteries or alkaline batteries as these may damage your FM wireless system!

1. Check if the power button of the FM headphone is in the on position.
2. To recharge the headphone's built-in rechargeable LR03/AAA NiCd batteries, open the headphone's battery compartment. Take out the batteries and put them in the transmitter's recharging compartment for recharging.

Notes:
Completely flat batteries need approximately 16 hours to recharge.
Always remove the batteries if the headphone is not to be used for a long period of time.

Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.

Headphone battery replacement

(figure 3)

Use only rechargeable LR03/AAA NiC d batteries (preferably Philips).

Do not use NiMH batteries or alkaline batteries as these may damage your FM wireless system!

1. Remove the earcushions.
2. Take out the batteries and dispose of them properly.
3. Insert new batteries. Only use LR03/AAA NiCd batteries (preferably Philips).
4. Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted as indicated by the engraved symbols in the battery compartment.
5. Put the earcushions back on the earshell.

Audio Connections

Before using the FM headphone for the first time, please ensure that the batteries are fully charged for about 16 hours. This will guarantee a longer operating lifetime of the batteries.

Connecting the FM transmitter to a headphone output of an audio source

(figure 4)

1. Connect the 3.5mm stereo plug of the stereo audio cable to the headphone output of an audio source, such as TV, HiFi or PC.
   • In case your audio source has a 6.3mm headphone output, use the supplied 3.5mm to 6.3 mm stereo adapter plug.
2. Switch on your audio source and carefully increase the volume of the audio source. The red power indication LED of the transmitter lights up if receiving an audio signal.
3. Switch on the headphone. You may hear a hissing sound through the headphone if the headphone is not yet properly tuned to the transmitter.
4. To tune, turn the tuning wheel until the signal is at its clearest.
5. Adjust the volume to the desired level with the headphone volume control.

Basic operation

When the FM transmitter is connected to a headphone output of an audio source.

1. Switch on your audio source and carefully increase the volume of the audio source. The red power indication LED of the transmitter lights up if receiving an audio signal.
2. Switch on the headphone. You may hear a hissing sound through the headphone if the headphone is not yet properly tuned to the transmitter.
3. To tune, turn the tuning wheel until the signal is at its clearest.
4. Adjust the volume to the desired level with the headphone volume control.

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 these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.

Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this would invalidate the warranty.

Hearing Safety!
Continuous use at a high volume may permanently damage your hearing.

Specifications

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