Philips SBCHC8540/39 User manual

HC 8540
Instructions for use
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Index
Functional overview .....................................................................................................................4
Safety precautions .........................................................................................................................5
System compatibility ....................................................................................................................5
Using your FM wireless headphone system ............................................................6-8
Problem Solving .......................................................................................................................8-10
Technical Specification .............................................................................................................10
European Regulations ...............................................................................................................11
FM Wireless Headphone System
SBC HC8540
Congratulations! You have just bought one of the most sophisticated
FM wireless headphone system.
This system implements the latest FM wireless technology, which offers you
complete freedom of movement while enjoying your favourite movie or
music.With energizing docking station, your headphone can be recharged in
ease while it is not in use.This allows your headphone to be fully charged
and always be ready for use whenever you need to enjoy a movie.
To ensure you achieve the best performance from your FM wireless
headphone system, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future
reference.
Functional overview -
Product illustrations on inside flap
A) Transmitter
1Power on/off indicator
2Charging indicator
33.5 mm stereo input jack
4Channel switch
5DC power input jack
B) Receiver
6Auto-tuning switch
7Volume control
8Power on/off button
9Power on/off indicator/ low battery indicator
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Important information
Please read the following instructions carefully, and retain this booklet for
future reference.All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before using the FM wireless headphone system.
Safety precautions
•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.
•Do not use cleansing agents containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or
abrasives as they may harm the housing. Use a slightly dampened chamois
cloth to clean the housing.
•If fluid spills into the headphone system, remove the batteries
immediately and consult an authorized dealer.
•Do not use this product in damp places or close to water.
•Do not expose this product to extreme heat or direct sunlight.
•Do not disassemble the product. In the event of technical difficulties, take
it to your Philips retailer.
•Do not cover this product
•Inadequately protected or sensitive electronic equipment may be affected
by the use of this product.This interference may lead to damage to either
equipment. Please check whether or not surrounding equipment may be
affected by this product before you start using it.
•Hearing Safety! Continuous use at high volume may permanently
damage your hearing.
System compatibility
It is technically possible to use an additional number of FM wireless
headphones or Philips FM wireless speakers with a single transmitter if
they all*:
–operate in the 864 MHz band
–work according to the same modulation scheme
–can detect a 19kHz pilot tone
Please consult the appliance’s electrical specification sheets for
confirmation on compatibility.
This statement is to be interpreted from a technical point of view
only and does therefore not constitute any guarantee nor obligation
whatsoever regarding the commercial availability of single
FM wireless headphones /speakers compatible with SBC HC8542.
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Using your FM wireless headphone system
IMPORTANT!
• Use only Philips SBC CS030/00 (/05 for UK, Ireland)
12V/200mA AC/DC adapter.
• Use only Philips’ shortened sleeve rechargeable batteries NiMH
(R03/AAA, type number: SBC HB550S, partnumber 996500015757).
• Do not use NiCd batteries or alkaline batteries as they may
damage your FM wireless headphone system.
Installing/replacing batteries
1Unscrew and remove the left ear cushion of the headphone.
2Insert the rechargeable batteries into the battery compartment.
Use only Philips’ shortened sleeve rechargeable batteries NiMH
(R03/AAA, type number: SBC HB550S, partnumber 996500015757).
3Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted as indicated by the
engraved polarity symbol in the battery compartment.
Always remove the batteries from the headphone if the system will not be
used for a long period of time.
4Put the left ear cushion back into place.
Setting up the transmitter
5Make sure the adapter’s rated voltage indicated on the type plate
corresponds to the mains voltage supply.
6Connect the DC power output connector of the 12 Volt/ 200mA AC/DC
adapter to the DC POWER INPUT JACK at the back of the transmitter.
7Connect the 12 Volt/200mA AC/DC adapter to the mains socket.
Always remove the adapter from the mains socket if the transmitter will not
be used for a period of time.
Charging the headphone
8Place the headphone onto the energizing docking station, and make sure
the charging pins of the transmitter and the charging contact of the
headphone are well aligned.
The CHARGING INDICATOR light will be on automatically indicating
charging is taking place. At the same time, the headphone will power off
automatically (i.e. POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR lights off).
When charging is finished (which takes approximately 16 hours), the green
CHARGING INDICATOR light will also be off automatically.
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IMPORTANT!
• The energizing docking station does not transmit audio signal
when charging is activated.
WARNING!
• Before using the FM headphone for the first time, please ensure
that the batteries are fully charged for at least 16 hours.
This will guarantee a longer operating lifetime of batteries.
• This product complies with the latest safety regulations.
Please only charge the batteries with the docking station provided
(SBC HC8542) or with fully compatible charger.
Audio Connection
9Connect one end of the audio cable (3.5 mm stereo plug) to the
transmitter’s 3.5 mm STEREO INPUT JACK.
10 Connect the other end of the 3.5 mm stereo cable to either:
a) The headphone output of an audio source, such as TV, HiFi or PC.
Adjust the volume level of the audio source to a fixed reasonably high level;
for example 25% of the maximum level.
• In case your audio source has a 6.3mm headphone output, use the
supplied 3.5mm to 6.3mm stereo adapter plug.
IMPORTANT!
• In case of certain TVs, the headphone jack output level can only
be adjusted after accessing the TV on-screen menu.
b) The line output of an audio source, such as REC OUT or LINE OUT
(with the Y-cable supplied).
•Check if the red RCA plug (right channel) is connected to the right
channel (red) of the audio source.
•Check if the white RCA plug (left channel) is connected to the left
channel (white) of the audio source.
• In case the audio source has an adjustable RCA output level,
adjust the output level to the highest acceptable undistorted level.
11 Switch on your audio source and carefully increase the volume of the
audio source.
The POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR of the transmitter lights up when
signals are received.
12 Switch on the POWER ON/OFF button of the headphone.
The POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR will be switched on automatically.
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13 Press and hold the AUTO-TUNING BUTTON on the headphone for
about 1 second to tune to the correct transmission channel.
The headphone will automatically tune to the transmitter.
14 In case interference from neighbouring transmitters has occured, adjust
the transmission channel of the transmitter, then repeat step 13 to tune
the headphone to the transmitter.
15 Adjust the volume of the headphone to the desired listening level.
IMPORTANT!
• Avoid adjusting the listening volume level at the audio source as
this may compromise the audio quality on too low input levels.
Problem solving
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below. If you are unable to
remedy a problem by following these hints, contact the helpline
(see ‘Need help?’) or consult your dealer.
Never try to open the set yourself as this will void the guarantee.
First, check all cables to ensure that they are connected correctly.
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Headphone fails No battery installed Follow step 1 to 4 of
to charge ‘Installing/replacing the batteries’
Wrong battery orientation Reposition the batteries according to
the engraved polarity symbol.
No power supply Make sure the docking station is
connected to the local mains power
supply through an adapter and follow
steps 5 to 7.
Charging pin of the docking station Lock the headphone in place, and
not in contact with the metal make sure the CHARGE
plate of the headphone INDICATOR light is on.
Wrong headphone orientation Reposition the headphone with
when placed onto the charging correct orientation.
dock
No sound/ Headphone power off Push the POWER ON/OFF
distorted sound BUTTON. The POWER ON/OFF
INDICATOR light turns on automatically
indicating the headphone is on.
No battery installed Follow step 1 to 4 of
‘Installing/replacing the batteries’
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Wrong battery orientation Reposition the batteries according to
the engraved polarity symbol.
No power supply to transmitter Make sure the docking station is
connected to the local mains power
supply through an adapter and follow
step 5 to 7.
Battery power running low Follow steps 5 to 7 to recharge the
system.
Audio source not connected Make sure the audio output of your
audio source is connected to the
3.5 mm STEREO INPUT JACK of
your transmitter. Follow step 9 to 12.
Audio source is off Turn on your audio source.
Volume level set too low Adjust the volume level of your
audio source or the headphone.
Hearing Safety: Continuous use at a
high volume may permanently damage
your hearing.
Audio output level low In case of audio sources with
adjustable output level, adjust the
output level to a higher and
non-distorted level.
IMPORTANT: In case of certain TVs,
the headphone jack output level can
only be adjusted after accessing the TV
on-screen menu.
Headphone not tuned to Push and hold the AUTO-TUNING
the transmitter BUTTON for about 1 sec, then the
headphone will automatically search
for the best possible reception.
Interference from other 1) Alter the transmitter’s frequency
radio sources channel. Select 1 of the 3 options for
best reception.We advise you to
select channel 1 as the first option.
Next adjust the headphone’s tuning
channel as described above.
2) Move transmitter or headphone
elsewhere
Receiver too far away from Move closer for reception
transmitter
Transmitter other than Make use of the SBC HC8542
SBC HC8542 is used transmitter provided. Some
transmitters already built into other
equipment may not be compatible
with the SBC HC8545 headphone
because of the advanced
technologies used.
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No sound The energizing docking station If you want to enjoy music with
(multiple does not transmit audio signal other Philips wireless headphones or
headphones or when charging is taking place. speakers which is compatible with
Philips wireless Therefore other Philips the SBC HC8542 docking station,
speaker) headphones or wireless speaker be sure to remove the SBC HC8545
cannot receive any signal, headphone from the docking station.
even if they are compatible with
the SBC HC8542 docking station.
Technical specifications*
Transmitter System: Radio Frequency (RF)
Modulation: Frequency Modulation (FM)
Pilot Tone: 19kHz
Carrier Frequency: (/00 & /05) Channel 1: 863.5MHz
Channel 2: 864MHz
Channel 3: 864.5MHz
Radiated Output Power <10mW
Effective Transmission Range Up to 100m **, omni directional
(360°)
Input Level: 500 mV
Power supply: 12 Volts/ 200mA DC, center positive;
type number: SBC CS030/00
(/05 for UK, Ireland)
Headphone Reception Frequency: (/00 & /05) 863MHz – 865MHz
S/N ratio: ~ 70 dB (1kHz sine wave,A-weighted)
Distortion: ≤2% THD
Channel Separation: ≥30 dB
Audio frequency range: 20-20,000 Hz
Power Supply: 2 x R03/AAA rechargeable batteries
(Philips, NiMH, type number:
SBC HB550S, partnumber
996500015757)
Battery Life Time: ~ 15 hours
*) All specifications are subject to change
**) Depending on ambient conditions
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