Philips AE2430/12 User manual

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AE2430
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1 Important
Safety
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.
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 ampliers)
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.
j Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
kUse only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specied by the manufacturer or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
lUnplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
m Refer all servicing to qualied 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.
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.
oApparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
pDo not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (e.g.
liquid lled objects, lighted candles).
qThis product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of
these materials may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org.
rWhere the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as
the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.

Notice
This product complies with the radio interference
requirements of the European Community.
Anychangesormodicationsmadetothisdevicethatare
not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Recycling
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol attached to
a product, it means the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC:
Never dispose of your product with other household waste. Please
inform yourself about the local rules on the separate collection of
electrical and electronic products. The correct disposal of your old
product helps prevent potentially negative consequences on the
environment and human health.
Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive
2006/66/EC, which cannot be disposed of with normal household
waste.
When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol with the
chemical symbol ‘Pb’, it means that the batteries comply with
the requirement set by the directive for lead:
Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of
batteries. The correct disposal of batteries helps prevent potentially
negative consequences on the environment and human health.

Class II equipment symbol
This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make
the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam
sheet.)
Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused
if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted
batteries and old equipment.
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2 Your Portable Radio
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Introduction
With this unit, you can:
know the time•
listen to FM/MW radio stations•
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
Main unit•
Power cord•
User manual•
Overview of the main unit
aAntenna
Improve radio reception.•
b
Jack for headphone.•
b
d
e
f
c
a
i
g
h

cVOLUME
Adjust volume.•
d
Turn on/off radio.•
e1 - 10
Select number for a preset radio station.•
Select a preset radio station.•
fDisplay panel
Show the time/radio information.•
gBAND
Select FM or MW band.•
hTUNING
Tune to a radio station.•
Adjust hour/minute digits.•
iPROG/AUTO SCAN
Program preset radio stations.•
Scan and store radio stations automatically.•
Set time.•
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.

Note
The type plate is located on the bottom of the apparatus.•
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
bottom of the apparatus.Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Install battery
Caution
Riskofexplosion!Keepbatteriesawayfromheat,sunshineorre.•
Neverdiscardbatteriesinre.
Risk of product damage! When the apparatus is not used for long
•
periods, remove the battery.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed
•
of properly.
1Open the battery compartment.
2Insert 4 x 1.5 V R14/UM2/C batteries (not supplied) with
correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3Close the battery compartment.

Tip
When the main unit is powered by batteries, the backlight turns on•
for 5 seconds after any operation.
Connect power
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage•
corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of
the unit.
Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the AC power cord, always
•
pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord.
Before you connect the AC power cord, ensure that you have
•
completed all other connections.
1Connect the supplied AC power cord to:
the• AC MAINS jack on the main unit.
the wall outlet.•

Tip
When the main unit is powered by AC mains supply, the backlight•
always turns on.
Set time
1Press to turn off the radio.
2Press and hold PROG/AUTO SCAN.
The hour digits begin to blink.»
3Rotate TUNING to set the hour.
4Press PROG/AUTO SCANtoconrm.
The minute digits begin to blink.»
5Rotate TUNING to set the minute.
6Press PROG/AUTO SCANtoconrm.
Turn on
1Press to turn on the radio.

4 Listen to radio
Select FM/MW band
1Press to turn on the radio.
2Press BAND to switch between FM/MW band.
Tune to a radio station
1Press to turn on the radio.
»[FM] or [MW] is displayed.
2Rotate TUNING clockwise or counter-clockwise to tune to a
radio station.
To skip to previous/next radio station with strongest signal
automatically:
1Press PROG/AUTO SCAN.
The radio frequency begins to blink.»
2Rotate TUNING clockwise/counter-clockwise to skip to the
next/previous radio station with strongest signal.
Program radio stations automatically
Note
You can program a maximum of 10 preset FM radio stations and 10•
preset MW radio stations.
1Press to turn on the radio.

2Press and hold PROG/AUTO SCAN for 2 seconds.
All available stations are programmed in the order of»
waveband reception strength.
Therstprogramedradiostationbroadcastsautomatically.»
Program radio stations manually
Note
You can program a maximum of 10 preset FM radio stations and 10•
MW radio stations.
1Press to turn on the radio.
2Tune to a radio station.
3Press PROG/AUTO SCAN.
The radio frequency begins to blink.»
4Press 1 - 10 to select a number.
The selected number begins to blink.»
5Press PROG/AUTO SCANtoconrm.
6Repeat steps 2 - 5 to program more stations.
To store the previous/next radio station with strongest signal
1Press to turn on the radio.
2Press PROG/AUTO SCAN.
The radio frequency begins to blink.»
3Rotate TUNING clockwise/counterclockwise to skip to the
next/previous radio station with strongest signal.
4Press 1 - 10 to select a number.
The selected number begins to blink.»

5Press PROG/AUTO SCANtoconrm.
Tip
To overwrite a programmed station, program another station in its•
place.
Select a preset radio station
1Press to turn on the radio.
2Press 1 - 10 to select a preset radio station.
5 Product information
Note
Product information is subject to change without prior notice.•
Tuner
Tuning range FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz
MW: 531 - 1602 kHz
Tuning grid 50 KHz (FM); 9 KHz (MW)
Number of presets FM: 10
MW: 10

General
Power supply AC: 220 - 240V~, 50/60Hz
DC: 4 x C batteries
Maximum power output 1 W
Operation Power Consumption 5 W
Dimensions
- Main Unit (H x W x D) 210 x 137 x 79 mm
Weight
- With Packing
- Main Unit
1.2kg
0.8 kg
6 Troubleshooting
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.•
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this apparatus, check the
following points before requesting service. If the problem remains
unsolved, go to the Philips web site (www.philips.com/welcome).When
you contact Philips, ensure that the apparatus is nearby and the model
number and serial number are available.
No power
Ensure that the Mains cord is connected securely.•
Ensure that there is power at the AC Mains.•
Ensure that the batteries are inserted correctly.•

Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly.•
Switch on the timer.•
No sound
Adjust the volume.•
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power cord has been•
disconnected.
Reset the clock/timer.•
No response from the unit
Take out the batteries and turn on the unit again.•
Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on•
the unit again.

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