Philips AJ3540/96 User manual

Clock Radio AJ3540
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CONTROLS
Top View (see fig. 1)
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SET TIME /ALARM OFF
- sets the clock time
- stops the active alarm for 24 hours
- switches off the radio sleep function
2
SET ALARM 1 / SET ALARM 2 - sets the alarm time for alarm 1 / alarm 2
3
AL1/ AL2 /AL1+2 - selects which alarm(s) you want to set alarm time on
4
REPEAT ALARM - switches off the active alarm for a 7-8 minutes period
5
OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ
OFF: switches off the radio/alarm
ON: switches on the radio
AUTO: activates the radio for alarm
BUZZ: activates the buzzer for alarm
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TIME SET 3 - to adjust time fast forward
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TIME SET 4 - to adjust time back
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SLEEP
- activates the radio for sleep function
- adjusts the sleep period
Front View (see fig. 2)
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ALARM 1 indicator - lights up when alarm 1 is activated.
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ALARM 2 indicator - lights up when alarm 2 is activated.
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DISPLAY - shows the clock/alarm time and status of the setting
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Frequency pointer - shows the radio frequency of your selected waveband

Back View (see fig. 3)
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Battery door - opens to store a 9 volts 6F22 battery (not included) for clock
memory backup.
$TUNING - tunes to radio stations
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FM/MW - selects FM/MW waveband
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BRIGHTNESS (High or Low) -selects display brightness
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connects to wall outlet
*Pigtail - improve FM reception
(VOLUME - adjusts the sound level
INSTALLATION
POWER SUPPLY
1
Check if the power supply, as shown on the type plate located on the
bottom of the set, corresponds to your local power supply. If it does not,
consult your dealer or service center.
2 Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
3
To disconnect the set from the power supply completely, remove the
plug from the wall outlet.
SELECTING DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
This set allows you to choose high or low brightness of display.
• Adjust BRIGHTNESS switch (located on the rear of the set) to HIGH or
LOW position.

CLOCK MEMORY BACKUP
The clock memory backup allows your alarm and clock time settings to be
stored for up to a day when there is a power interruption e.g. power fail-
ure.The complete clock radio and display illumination will be switched off.
As soon as the power supply returns, the display will indicate the correct
time.
1 Remove the battery door to insert a 9 volts 6F22 type battery (not
included) for backup.
2 Close the battery door.
NOTE: If no backup battery is installed or the power interruption is prolonged,
you will need to set the clock and alarm times again.
Batteries contain chemical substances so they should be disposed of
properly.
Standby power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2W
RADIO
You can use this set solely as a radio!
1
Adjust
OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ
to ON to switch on the radio.
2 Select your waveband by adjusting the
FM/MW
switch .
3
Adjust TUNING to tune to your desired station .
4
Turn the VOLUME control to adjust the volume level .
5
Adjust
OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ
to OFF to switch off the radio.
To improve reception:
FM: Extend and position the pigtail fully to obtain optimal reception.
MW: uses a built-in antenna inside the set. Direct the antenna by
adjusting the position of your set
.

SETTING THE CLOCK TIME
The time is displayed using the 12-hour clock.
1 Hold down SET TIME/ALARM OFF.
2 Press
TIME SET 3
or
4
repeatedly, or hold down
TIME SET 3
or
4
to
adjust minute and/or hour.
-
TIME SET 3
: to adjust time fast forward
-
TIME SET 4
: to adjsut time back
3 Release SET TIME/ALARM OFF and
TIME SET 3
or
4
when you reach
the correct setting.
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The set clock time will show on the display and start to run.
USING THE ALARM
This set allows you to set one alarm (alarm 1 or alarm 2), or set two
alarms simultaneously.This set also offers you two alarm modes: Auto
(radio) and Buzz.
SETTING THE ALARM TIME
1 Hold down SET ALARM 1 or SET ALARM 2
2 Press TIME SET
3
or
4
repeatedly, or hold down TIME SET
3
or
4
to
adjust minute and/or hour.
3 Release SET ALARM 1 or SET ALARM 2, and TIME SET
3
or
4
when
you reach the desired time setting.The display will return to the clock
time.
SELECTING THE ALARM MODE
1 Adjust AL1/AL2/AL1+2 to AL1 (alarm 1), or AL2 (alarm 2), or AL1+2
(alarm 1 + alarm 2) .
2 Select your choice of alarm mode by adjusting
OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ
to
AUTO or BUZZ.
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The corresponding alarm indicator(s) will light up.
Helpful Hint:
• If you have selected the radio mode, make sure you have adjusted the
volume loud enough to wake you.
• The buzzer is set at a fixed volume and cannot be adjusted.

SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM
There are three ways of switching off the alarm. Unless you cancel the
alarm completely, the 24 hour alarm reset option will be automatically
selected after 59 minutes, from the time your alarm time first goes off.
24 HOUR ALARM RESET
If you want the alarm mode to be stopped immediately but also wish to
retain the same alarm setting for the following day:
• Press SET TIME/ALARM OFF during the alarm call.
CANCELING THE ALARM COMPLETELY
To cancel the set alarm time before it goes off, or during the alarm call:
• Adjust OFF/ON/AUTO/BUZZ to OFF position.
REPEAT ALARM
This repeats your alarm call at 7-8-minute intervals.
1 During the alarm call, press
REPEAT ALARM
.
2 Repeat if desired for up to 59 minutes.
SLEEP
This set has a built-in timer which enables the set to be automatically
switched off during radio playback after a set period of time.This allows
you to lie back, listen and fall asleep.The maximum sleep time is 59 minutes.
Setting SLEEP
1 Set OFF/ON/AUTO/BUZZ to OFF position.
2 Set your sleep time by pressing on the SLEEP button. Keep your finger
on the button and the display will begin to count down from 0:59 to
0:00 minute.
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To cancel sleep, press
SET TIME/ALARM OFF
.
™ To view the remaining sleep time, press SLEEP.

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 center.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this
will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the set as there is a risk of
electric shock.
Problem
– Possible Cause
• Remedy
No sound/power
– Volume not adjusted
• Adjust the volume
Occasional crackling sound during FM broadcast
– Weak signal
•
Adjust the position of the Pigtail
Continuous crackling/hiss disturbance during MW broadcast
– Electrical interference from TV, computer, fluorescent lamp, etc.
• Move set away from other electrical equipment
The alarm does not function
– Alarm time not set and or alarm mode not selected
• Set the alarm time and / select alarm mode
– Volume too low for RADIO
• Adjust the volume
–
Radio alarm not adjusted to radio station
• Tune to a radio station

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Place the set on a hard and flat surface so that the system does not tilt.
• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnet
device, the disconnet device shall remain readily operable.
•
If you do not intend to use the set for a long time, withdraw the power
plug from the wall outlet. In addition to this, it is advisable to remove
the battery from the clock radio.This will prevent any danger of leakage
and the clock radio will not be damaged.
• Do not expose the set, batteries to humidity, rain, sand or excessive
heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 15cm between the ventila-
tion holes and surrounding surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build-
up.
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc..
• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
appartus.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on
the apparatus.
• To clean the set, use a soft, slightly dampened chamois leather. Do not
use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abra-
sives as these may harm the housing.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
herein may result in unsafe operation.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
We have reduced packaging to the minimum for easy separation into two
materials: paper and cardboard.
Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a
specialized company. Please observe local regulations on the disposal of
packing materials and old equipment.

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