Philips DCB291/05 User manual

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Contents
1 Important 4
Safety 4
2 Your Docking Entertainment System 5
Introduction 5
What’s in the box 5
Overview of the main unit 6
Overview of the remote control 7
3 Get started 8
Install batteries to the main unit 8
Prepare the remote control 9
Prepare FM/DAB+ antenna 9
Connect power 9
Set time and date 10
Turn on 10
4 Play 11
Play from iPod/iPhone/iPad 11
Play from an external device 11
Adjust sound 12
5 Listen to radio 12
Listen to DAB+ radio 12
Listen to FM radio 14
6 Other features 15
Set the alarm timer 15
Set the sleep timer 15
Adjust display brightness 15
7 Product information 16
Specifications 16
8 Troubleshooting 17
9 Notice 17

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gDo not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
hDo not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
iProtect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
jOnly use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
lUnplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
mRefer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus 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 apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
1 Important
Safety
This ‘bolt of lightning’ indicates uninsulated
material within your unit may cause an
electrical shock. For the safety of everyone
in your household, please do not remove
product covering.
The ‘exclamation point’ calls attention to
features for which you should read the
enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, this apparatus should not be
exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, should not be
placed on this apparatus.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Important Safety instructions
aRead these instructions.
bKeep these instructions.
cHeed all warnings.
dFollow all instructions.
eDo not use this apparatus near water.
fClean only with dry cloth.
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2 Your Docking
Entertainment
System
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Introduction
With this unit, you can:
listen to FM/DAB+ radio;•
enjoy audio from iPod/iPhone/iPad or•
other audio devices;
set two alarm timers; and•
wake up by buzzer alarm, radio, or audio•
in iPod/iPhone/ipad.
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your
package:
Main unit•
Remote control (with battery)•
Power adapter•
MP3 link cable x 1•
User manual•
Quick start guide•
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
rear of the apparatus.Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
nBattery usage CAUTION – To prevent
battery leakage which may result in
bodily injury, property damage, or
damage to the unit:
Install all batteries correctly, + and -•
as marked on the unit.
Do not mix batteries (old and new•
or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
Remove batteries when the unit is•
not used for a long time.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries•
installed) shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
oApparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
pDo not place any sources of danger on
the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects,
lighted candles).
qWhere the plug of the Direct Plug-
in Adapter is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.•
Never lubricate any part of this apparatus.•
Never place this apparatus on other electrical•
equipment.
Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight,
•
naked flames or heat.
Ensure that you always have easy access to the
•
power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the
apparatus from the power.
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eOK/
Start/pause play.•
Confirm a selection.•
fSOURCE
Select a source: iPod/iPhone/iPad,•
DAB+/FM tuner, or MP3 link.
gREPEAT ALARM/BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
Repeat alarm.•
Adjust display brightness.•
hDisplay panel
Show current status.•
Overview of the main unit
aDC IN
Connect power.•
bDOCK for iPod/iPhone/iPad
Load an iPod/iPhone/iPad.•
cPRESET +/-
Select a preset radio station.•
Navigate through iPod/iPhone/iPad•
menu.
Adjust time.•
dTUNING +/- /
Tune to a radio station.•
Skip to the previous/next audio file.•
Search within an audio file.•
Adjust time.•
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Overview of the remote control
aPOWER
Turn on the unit or switch to•
standby mode.
Deactivate sleep timer.•
bMENU
Access iPod/iPhone/iPad/DAB+•
menu.
cPRESET +/-
Select a preset radio station.•
Navigate through iPod/iPhone/iPad•
menu.
Adjust time.•
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iALARM 1/ALARM 2
Set alarm timer.•
View alarm settings.•
Activate/deactivate alarm timer.•
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Turn on the unit or switch to•
standby mode.
Deactivate sleep timer.•
kSET TIME/AUTO SCAN/
Set time and date.•
Store radio stations automatically/•
manually.
lSLEEP
Set sleep timer.•
mVOL + /VOL -
Adjust volume.•
nMENU/
Access iPod/iPhone/iPad/DAB+•
menu.
oFM antenna
Improve FM/DAB+ reception.•
pMP3-LINK
Connect an external audio device.•
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3 Get started
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or•
performance of procedures other than herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure or
other unsafe operation.
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in
sequence.
Install batteries to the main
unit
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from•
heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries
in fire.
Remove battery if it is exhausted or will not be
•
used for a long time.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they
•
should be disposed of properly.
Note
You can only use AC power as power supply.•
Batteries (not supplied) are for backup
purpose.
dTUNING +/- /
Skip to previous/next audio file.•
Search within an audio file.•
Tune to a radio station.•
Adjust time.•
eOK/
Start/pause play.•
Confirm a selection.•
fSource selection keys: (FM/DAB, MP3
LINK, and DOCK)
Select a source: FM/DAB+ tuner,•
MP3 link, or iPod/iPhone/iPad.
gSET TIME/AUTO SCAN
Set the time and date.•
Store radio stations automatically/•
manually.
hREP AL/BRIGHTNESS
Adjust display brightness.•
Repeat alarm.•
iDBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass•
enhancement.
jDSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
kAL 1/AL 2
View alarm settings.•
Set alarm timer.•
Activate/deactivate alarm timer.•
lVOL+/-
Adjust time.•
mINFO
Show DAB+/RDS information.•
nSLEEP
Set sleep timer.•
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Note
Before you press any function button on the•
remote control, first select the correct source
with the remote control instead of the main unit.
Prepare FM/DAB+ antenna
For better reception, fully extend and adjust the
position of the FM/DAB+ antenna.
Note
Position the antenna as far as possible from TV,•
VCR, or other radiation source.
Connect power
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the•
power voltage corresponds to the voltage
printed on the back or underside of the unit.
Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the
•
power adapter, always pull the plug from the
socket. Never pull the cord.
Before connecting the power adapter, ensure
•
that you have completed all other connections.
Use the supplied power adapter only.
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1Open the battery compartment.
2Insert 2 x AA batteries with correct
polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3Close the battery compartment.
Prepare the remote control
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from•
heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries
in fire.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
•
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
Keep children away from the battery.
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For first-time use:
Remove the protective tab to activate the
remote control battery.
To replace the remote control battery:
1Open the battery tray.
2Insert one lithium CR2025 battery with
correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3Close the battery tray.
2 x AA
2 x AA
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Tip
The accuracy of the transmitted time depends•
on the DAB+ station or the docked iPod/
iPhone/iPad that transmits the time signal.
Turn on
Press POWER.
The unit switches to the last selected»
source.
Tip
To select a source, press• SOURCE repeatedly
or the source selection buttons on the remote
control.
Switch to standby mode
Press POWER again to switch the unit to
standby mode.
The time and date (if set) appear on»
the display panel.
Note
The type plate is located on the bottom of the•
main unit.
Connect the power adapter to the wall outlet.
Set time and date
1In standby mode, press and hold SET
TIME for 2 seconds.
»[SYNC ON] is displayed and [ON]
begins to blink.
2Press / or / repeatedly to select
ON or OFF.
»[ON]:The unit synchronizes time from
the DAB+ station.
»[OFF]:The time synchronization with
DAB+ station is deactivated.
3Press SET TIME to confirm.
»[24H] or [12H] begins to blink.
4Press / or / to select the 12/24
hour format.
5Press SET TIME to confirm.
The hour digits begin to blink.»
6Repeat steps 4-5 to set the hour, minute,
year, month, and day.
Note
If clock is not manually set, when iPod/iPhone/•
iPad is connected, the unit synchronizes time
from the iPod/iPhone/iPad automatically.
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2Press DOCK on the remote control to
select iPod/iPhone/iPad source.
To pause/resume play, press• OK/ .
To skip to a track, press• / .
To search during play, press and•
hold / , then release to resume
normal play.
To go back to the previous iPod/•
iPhone/iPad menu, press MENU.
To scroll through the menu, press•
/ .
To confirm a selection, press• OK.
If no key is pressed for more than»
10 seconds, OK/ acts back as
the play/pause key.
Charge the iPod/iPhone/iPad
Note
iPod with color display, iPod classic, and iPod•
with video are not compatible with dock
charging.
When the unit is connected to power, the
docked iPod/iPhone/iPad begins to charge.
Tip
For certain iPod models, it may take up to a•
minute before the charging indication appears.
Play from an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device
through this unit.
1Press MP3 LINK to select the MP3 link
source.
2Connect the supplied MP3 link cable to:
the• MP3 LINK socket (3.5mm) on
the back of this unit.
the headphone socket on an•
external device.
3Start to play the device (see the user
manual of the device).
4 Play
Play from iPod/iPhone/iPad
You can enjoy audio from iPod/iPhone/iPad
through this unit.
Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad
The unit supports the following iPod, iPhone
and iPad models:
Made for.
iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th•
generation)
iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th•
generation)
iPod mini•
iPhone 4•
iPhone 3GS•
iPhone 3G•
iPhone•
iPad•
Listen to the iPod/iPhone/iPad
1Place the iPod/iPhone/iPad into the dock.
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