Philips AS141/98 User manual

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Contents
1 Important 2
Safety 2
2 Your Docking System for
Android™ 3
Introduction 3
What's in the box 3
Overview of the docking system 4
3 Get started 6
Connect power 6
Turn on 6
Switch to standby mode 6
Select a source 6
4 Play and charge 7
Compatible with Android™ 7
Play audio through manual Bluetooth
connection 7
Play audio through auto Bluetooth
connection with Philips DockStudio 8
Install DockStudio app onto
Android-powered device 9
Activate Bluetooth with
DockStudio app 11
Sync time automatically 14
Play audio with Philips Songbird 14
Install Songbird on Android-
powered device 14
Install Songbird on PC 16
Sync with PC through Philips
Songbird 16
Use more features with DockStudio 17
Set alarm timer 17
Set sleep timer 18
Listen to Internet radio 19
Dock and charge Android-powered
phone 20
Dock Android-powered phone 20
Use dock extension 20
Charge Android-powered phone 21
5 Listen to FM radio 22
Tune to FM radio stations 22
Store FM radio stations automatically 22
Store FM radio stations manually 22
Select a preset radio station 22
6 Other features 23
Set time 23
Set alarm timer 23
Set alarm 23
Select alarm source 23
Activate/deactivate alarm timer 23
Snooze alarm 23
Set sleep timer 23
Play audio from an external device 24
Adjust display brightness 24
7 Product information 25
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8 Troubleshooting 26
About Bluetooth device 26
9 Notice 27
Disposal of your old product 27

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1 Important
Safety
 Read these instructions.
 Heed all warnings.
 Follow all instructions.
 Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
 Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
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produce heat.
 Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit.
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by the manufacturer.
 Unplug this unit during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
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personnel. Servicing is required when the
unit has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the unit, the unit has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
 This unit shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
 Do not place any sources of danger on
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 Where the plug of the Direct Plug-in
Adapter is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.

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2 Your Docking
System for
Android™
Congratulations on your purchase, and
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support that Philips offers, register your product
at www.philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this docking system, you can:
 enjoy audio from your Android-powered
device;
 charge your phone through micro USB
connector;
 listen to FM radio;
 wake up to buzzer alarm, radio, or audio in
your device; and
 experience a variety of features brought by
Philips DockStudio and Philips Songbird
app.
What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of your
package:
 Main unit
 Power adapter
 Dock extension
 MP3 link cable x 1
 Quick start guide

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Overview of the docking
system
a SET TIME/PROG
 Set clock.
 Store FM radio stations.
b PRESET /
 Select a preset radio station.
 Adjust hour and hour format.
c SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS
 Snooze alarm.
 Adjust display brightness.
d
 Turn the docking system on or off .
 Switch the system to standby mode.
e SOURCE
 Select a source: FM tuner, Bluetooth
device, or MP3 link.
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f Display panel
 Show current information.
g AL1/AL2
 Set alarm.
 View alarm settings.
 Activate or deactivate alarm timer.
h SLEEP
 Set sleep timer.
i TUNING · /
 Tune to FM radio stations.
 Adjust minute.
j VOLUME +/-
 Adjust volume.
k Dock for Android phone
 Dock your Android-powered phone.

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l AL1/AL2 RADIO·BUZZ·DOCK
 Select alarm source for Alarm 1 or
Alarm 2.
m MP3 LINK
 Connect an external audio device.
n FM ANTENNA
 Improve FM reception.
o DC IN
 Connect power.

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3 Get started
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in
sequence.
Connect power
Caution
 Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power voltage
corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or
underside of the device.
 Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the power
adapter, always pull the plug from the socket. Never
pull the cord.
Note
 The type plate is located on the bottom of the docking
system.
Connect the power adapter to:
 the DC IN socket of the docking system.
 the wall socket.
Turn on
Press .
» The docking system switches to the last
selected source.
Switch to standby mode
Press again to switch the docking system to
standby mode.
» [OFF]
displayed.
Select a source
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select a source:
Bluetooth, FM tuner, or MP3 link.
Note
 When an android-powered device is docked, the
system automatically switches to Bluetooth mode.

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4 Play and charge
With this docking system, you can enjoy audio
in two ways:
 through manual Bluetooth connection;
 through automatic Bluetooth connection
with Philips DockStudio app.
Compatible with Android™
To make full use of your docking system, your
Android-powered device should satisfy the
following requirements:
 With Android operation system (Version
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 With Bluetooth software (Version 2.1 or
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 With a micro USB connector.
For other devices with micro USB connector
and Bluetooth function, you can still use the
docking system to do the the following:
 Charge your device through the USB
connector;
 Enjoy audio through Bluetooth.
Tip
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Play audio through manual
Bluetooth connection
The docking system uses Bluetooth wireless
technology to stream music from your portable
device to the system.
Note
 Before you connect a Bluetooth device to this
docking system, familiarize yourself with the Bluetooth
capabilities of the device.
 Keep this docking system away from other electronic
devices that may cause interference.
1 On your docking system, press to
activate Bluetooth.
» The Bluetooth indicator blinks on the
display panel.
2 Turn on Bluetooth function of your
portable device.
 Different devices may have different
way to activate Bluetooth.

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3 Scan Bluetooth devices that can pair with
your portable device.
4 When [PHILIPS AS141] is displayed on
your device, select it to start connection.
» If connection is successful, you will hear
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different Bluetooth icon on the top of
the screen.
5 Play audio with the media player of your
portable device.
» The audio comes out through the
docking system.
Tip
 The effective operation range between the docking
system and the paired device is approximately 10
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 Any obstacle between the system and the device can
reduce the operational range.
Play audio through auto
Bluetooth connection with
Philips DockStudio
Philips DockStudio app brings a suite of new
features to your docking system, including
automatic Bluetooth connection, Songbird
music player, Internet radio and a multi-function
alarm clock.To enjoy more features, you are
recommended to download and install the free
app.

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Install DockStudio app onto Android-
powered device
You have two ways to install Philips
DockStudio on your Android-powered device.
Install DockStudio app through QR code
Note
 Make sure that your Android-powered device is
connected to the internet.
 Make sure that your device has a barcode scanner such
as "QR Droid". If not, download one from the Android
market.
1 Use the barcode scanner to scan the QR
code on the package or Quick Start Guide.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to install
Philips DockStudio app.
3 When installation is complete, tap [Done]
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» The DockStudio icon appears on your
portable device.
The Philips DockStudio app brings a suite of
cool, new features to your Philips DockStudio
docking speaker, including automatic Bluetooth
connection, Songbird music player,
worldwide Internet radio, sound settings
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Install DockStudio app through Android
Market
You can also search Philips DockStudio from
Android Market directly, and then install the app.
Note
 Make sure that your Android-powered device is
connected to the internet.
 Make sure that Android Market is available on your
Android-powered device.
DockStudio
1 Tap the "Android Market" icon on your
device.
2 Tap the search icon on the screen.
3 In the search bar, type in "Philips
DockStudio" to search the app.
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Philips DockStudio to start downloading.

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5 Follow the on-screen instructions to install
the DockStudio app.
6 When installation is complete, tap [Done]

The Philips DockStudio app brings a suite of
cool, new features to your Philips DockStudio
docking speaker, including automatic Bluetooth
connection, Songbird music player,
worldwide Internet radio, sound settings
DockStudio
Activate Bluetooth with DockStudio
app
Philips DockStudio app helps to connect your
Android-powered device and docking system
through Bluetooth automatically.
Note
 Make sure that your Android-powered device is
connected to the Internet.
First-time launch
1 On your docking system, press
repeatedly to select Bluetooth source.
» blinks on the display panel.
2 On the home screen of your device, tap
the DockStudio icon to launch the app.
» A prompt message asking you to
download Songbird appears.
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3 Tap [Cancel]
» The device starts to scan Philips
devices that can be paired
automatically.
4 When [PHILIPS AS141] is displayed on
your device, select it to start connection.
» It may take a few seconds to complete
the connection.
» After Bluetooth connection, a different
Bluetooth icon can be found on the
top of the screen.

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5 Play audio with the media player of your
portable device.
» The audio comes out through the
docking system.
Next-time launch
Next time you launch the DockStudio app,
connect to the docking system through
Bluetooth as below.
1 Activate the Bluetooth function of your
docking system.
2 Launch Philips DockStudio and access its
menu.
3 Tap [Speaker Connection] (Speaker
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Bluetooth connection.
» It may take a few seconds to complete
the connection.

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4 Play audio on your portable device.
» The audio comes out through the
docking system.
Sync time automatically
After you activate Bluetooth connection
through Philips DockStudio, the docking system
synchronizes time with your Bluetooth-enabled
device automatically.
Play audio with Philips
Songbird
Philips Songbird is a simple, easy-to-use PC
program and Android app. It lets you discover,
play and sync your media from PC to your
Android-powered devices seamlessly.
Install Songbird on Android-powered
device
1 Tap the DockStudio icon on your Android-
powered device.
» The DockStudio menu is displayed.
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2 Tap [Songbird].
» You are requested to download
Songbird.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to
download the app.
4 After installation, tap [Open] 
access Songbird menu.
5 Select a track, and then tap to play music.

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Install Songbird on PC
1 Go to www.philips.com/songbird.
2 Search Songbird.
3 Download the latest Songbird application.
4 Follow on-screen instructions to install
Philips Songbird on your PC.
Sync with PC through Philips Songbird
Note
 Make sure that you have turned on the USB storage.
songbird
1 On your PC, launch Philips Songbird.
2 Connect your Android-powered device to
PC with a USB cable.Wait until the device
is recognized by the Songbird.
» On Philips Songbird, the device is
displayed when it is recognized by the
PC.
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device to Philips Songbird, a pop-up
screen appears. Select auto sync as
prompted.
» The device synchronizes with Philips
Songbird automatically.
If you didn't select auto sync, you can sync with
Songbird manually.
1 Select the device under Devices.
2 Select Manual or Auto.

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3 Click Sync.
» If you have selected auto sync, auto
sync starts automatically when you
connect the device to the PC.
Use more features with
DockStudio
With Philips DockStudio, you can also listen to
Internet radio, set alarm timer and sleep timer.
Set alarm timer
With Philips DockStudio, you can set multiple
alarms and know the latest weather. It even
alerts you when weather conditions are suitable
for your favorite outdoors activity.
1 Launch the app.
2 Tap the icon to access clock setting
menu.
3 Tap [Alarm settings] 

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4 Tap to access alarm setting menu.
5 Set the alarm, and tap [Save] 
top right of the screen.
» The new alarm is saved and displayed
on the screen.
Note
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The alarm will not ring if the weather is not good
enough.
Set sleep timer
1 Launch Philips DockStudio.
2 Tap the icon to access the sleep timer
menu.

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3 Select a time period for the sleep timer,
and then tap [Start] 
Note
 This function only works with Philips Songbird.
Listen to Internet radio
1 Connect your Android-powered device
and the docking system through Bluetooth.
2 Open Philips DockStudio to go to the
main menu.
3 Tap [Radio] 
4 Search a radio station in the search bar.
5 Select a radio station from the search
result list.
» The radio station begins to broadcast.