Philips AE5230/12 User manual

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Contents
1 Important 4
Safety 4
Notice 5
2 Your FM/DAB radio 7
Introduction 7
What’s in the box 7
Overview of the main unit 8
3 Get started 10
Place the radio 10
Prepare FM/DAB antenna 10
Connect power 10
Turn on 12
Adjust the volume level 12
4 Listen to FM radio 13
Tune to FM radio 13
Store FM stations manually 13
Select a preset FM radio station 13
5 Listen to DAB radio 14
Tune to DAB radio 14
Change DAB station 14
Scan DAB radio stations 15
Display station information 15
Store DAB stations manually 15
Select a preset DAB radio station 16
Use DAB menu 16
6Productinformation 18
Tuner (FM) 18
Tuner (DAB) 18
General information 18
7Troubleshooting 19
8AboutDAB 20

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1 Important
Safety
Hearing safety
Listen at a moderate volume.
Using headphones at a high volume can impair your hearing.This
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product can produce sounds in decibel ranges that may cause hearing
loss for a normal person, even for exposure less than a minute.The
higher decibel ranges are offered for those that may have already
experienced some hearing loss.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing ‘comfort level’ adapts
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to higher volumes of sound. So after prolonged listening, what sounds
‘normal’ can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.To guard
against this, set your volume to a safe level before your hearing adapts
and leave it there.
To establish a safe volume level:
Set your volume control at a low setting.
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Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly,
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without distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally ‘safe’ levels, can also
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cause hearing loss.
Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and take appropriate breaks.
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Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using your headphones.
Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time.
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Be careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts.
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Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around
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you.
You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially
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hazardous situations. Do not use headphones while operating a
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hazard and is illegal in many areas.
Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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Warning
Never remove the casing of this unit.
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Never lubricate any part of this unit.
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Never place this unit on other electrical equipment.
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Notice
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approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the
European Community.
This product complies with the requirements of the following directives and
guidelines: 2004/108/EC + 2006/95/EC
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means
that the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical
and electronic products.
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Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old
products with your normal household waste. Correct disposal of your
old product helps to prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006/66/
EC, which cannot be disposed with normal household waste.Please
inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries
because correct disposal helps to prevent negative consequences for the
environmental and human health.
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 FM/DAB radio
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Introduction
With this unit, you can enjoy both FM radio and Digital Audio Broadcasting
(DAB) radio.
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB), is a way of broadcasting radio digitally
through a network of transmitters. It provides you with more choice, better
sound quality and more information.
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
Main unit
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AC adaptor
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User manual
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Overview of the main unit
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a
Jack for the headphone.
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b
Turn on or off the unit.
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c1 - 5+
Numeric keypads: Set/select a preset radio station.
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dDAB/FM
Select DAB or FM radio.
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eVOL+/-
Adjust volume.
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fMENU/SCAN
Select DAB menu option.
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Scan DAB radio stations.
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gDisplay panel
Display current status.
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hTUNING +/-
FM mode:Tune to a radio station.
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DAB mode: Navigate DAB station list/menu.
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iSELECT
Display DAB station information.
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jFM/DAB antenna
Improve FM/DAB reception.
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kBattery compartment door
lRetractable stand
Provide stand support.
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mDC
Jack for the AC adaptor(supplied).
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3 Get started
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may
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result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.
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 back of the
apparatus.Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Place the radio
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bottom of the unit at back-side.
Prepare FM/DAB antenna
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the FM/DAB
antenna.
Tip
Position the antenna as far away as possible from your TV,VCR or other radiation source
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to prevent interference.
Connect power
You can use this radio player on AC power or battery power.
Battery Life (Approx. hours)
When using FM DAB
alkaline R6 (size AA) 9 9
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Option 1: AC power
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the
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voltage printed on the back or the underside of the product.
Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the AC adaptor, always pull the plug from the
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socket. Never pull the cord.
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Note
The type plate is located on the back of the apparatus.
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1Connect one end of the AC adaptor to the DC socket on the main unit.
2Connect the other end of the AC adaptor to the wall outlet.
Option 2: Battery power
Caution
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Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
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Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the unit is not to be used for a long time.
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1Open the battery compartment at the back of the unit.
2Insert 6 R6/UM-3/AA size batteries (not supplied) with correct polarity
(+/-) as indicated, then close the battery compartment.
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3The unit is ready to operate.
Tip
“Battery low” message is shown when the battery power is low. Change batteries to
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ensure normal operation.
Note
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.
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Turn on
1Press .
The unit switches to the last selected source.
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To turn off the unit:
1Press again.
Adjust the volume level
1During play, press VOL+/-to increase/decrease the volume level.
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4 Listen to FM radio
Tune to FM radio
1Press DAB/FMrepeatedly to select FM radio.
2Press TUNING +/- to tune to a radio station.
Search FM radio stations
1Tune to FM radio.
2Press and hold TUNING +/- for more than two seconds to start
searching stations.
The FM tuner tunes to a station with strong reception automatically.
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Store FM stations manually
You can program a maximum of 10 preset FM radio stations.
1Tune to your desired FM station.
2To preset number 1 - 5, press and hold the numeric keypad 1 - 5 for
two seconds;
To select the preset number 6 - 10, press and hold the numeric keypads
5+ simultaneously with other keypad (e.g. 5+ with 1 for 6; 5+ with 5
for 10) for two seconds.
The preset number of the saved station appears.
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Note
To overwrite a preset station, store another station in its place.
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Select a preset FM radio station
1Press DAB/FMrepeatedly to select FM radio.
2Press numeric keypads to select a preset number.
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5 Listen to DAB radio
Tune to DAB radio
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automatically scans DAB radio stations.Then station list is retained in memory
so the next time the radio player is switched on, the station scan does not
take place.
1Press DAB/FMrepeatedly to select DAB radio.
A bar graph indicates the progress of the search and the number of
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stations found increase as the scan progresses.
AWhen scan is completed, the stations are listed in numerical then
alphabetic order.
First available station is played.
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BIf there is no DAB coverage currently available
“Station list” is displayed.
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aChange the location or adjust antenna.
bPress SELECT to scan again.
Change DAB station
1Tune to a DAB station.
2Use TUNING +/- to navigate through available stations.
3Press SELECT to choose a station.
Number of
Stations found
Progress bar
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Scan DAB radio stations
1When playing a DAB station, or the current station is not available, press
and hold MENU/SCAN for more than two seconds.
The radio player scans all available DAB radio stations and
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broadcasts the current station.
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New stations and services will be added in the DAB broadcast. To make new DAB
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stations and services available on your radio player, do scan on a regular base.
Display station information
1Tune to a DAB radio station.
2Press SELECT repeatedly to scroll through the following information
(if available):
Dynamic label segment (DLS)
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Program type (PTY)
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Ensemble Name
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Channel and frequency
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Signal error rate
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Bit rate and audio status
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Time
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Date
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Store DAB stations manually
You can store a maximum of 10 preset DAB radio stations.
1Tune to your desired DAB station.
2To preset number 1 - 5, press and hold the numeric keypad 1 - 5 for
two seconds;
To select the preset number 6 - 10, press and hold the numeric keypads
5+ simultaneously with other keypad (e.g. 5+ with 1 for 6; 5+ with 5
for 10) for two seconds.
The preset number of the saved station appears.
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Note
To overwrite a preset station, store another station in its place.
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Select a preset DAB radio station
1Press DAB/FMrepeatedly to select DAB radio.
2Press numeric keypads to select a preset number.
Use DAB menu
1In DAB mode, press MENU/SCAN to enter the DAB menu.
2Press TUNING +/- to scroll the menu options:
[Station list]
[System]
[DRC] (dynamic range control)
[Manual tune]
[Full scan]
[Local scan]
3To select an option, press SELECT.
4Repeat step 2-3 if sub-option is available under one option.
[System]
[SW version] (Software version of the radio player is shown.)
[Factory reset] (Resets all the settings of this radio player to
factory default.)
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[Manual tune]
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the station list.
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channel/frequency, taking into account the position of the aerial.
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of this rectangle indicates the signal strength (the further towards
the right, the greater the signal strength).
The second line of the display shows the selected channel and its
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Tip
Adjust the position of the antenna to obtain the optimum signal strength.
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[DRC]
Dynamic range control (DRC) adds or removes a degree of compensation
for the differences in the dynamic range between radio stations.
[DRC high] (DRC is switched on; the default setting
recommended for noisy environment.)
[DRC low] (DRC is set to half normal level.)
[DRC off] (DRC is switched off.)
[Full scan] and [Local scan]
Local scan is used to perform a small range of DAB radio search (in UK).
Full scan is used to perform a wide range of DAB radio search (outside UK).
Note
If no button is pressed within seven seconds, the menu exits.
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6 Product information
Note
Product information is subject to change without prior notice.
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Tuner (FM)
Tuning Range 87.5 - 108MHz
Tuning grid 50KHz
Tuner (DAB)
Tuning Range 174.928MHz - 239.200MHz (Band III)
General information
AC/DC adaptor
- Brand name
- Model
- Input
- Output
PHILIPS
OH-075V0500T-VDE
220-230V~50Hz 35mA
7.5V 500mA
Operation Power Consumption 5W
Standby Power Consumption <1W
Power output 0.3W (10% THD)
Battery power input 1.5V x 6
Headphone output power 12mW x 2 (32 ohm)
Dimensions
- Main Unit (W x H x D) 317 x 133 x 90 mm
Weight
- Main Unit 0.884kg
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7 Troubleshooting
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.
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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 AC power plug of the unit is connected properly.
Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.
Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/– signs) aligned as indicated.
Replace the battery.
No sound
Adjust the volume.
Poor radio reception
Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or VCR.
Fully extend the antenna.
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8 About DAB
About Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
DAB digital radio is a new way of broadcasting radio via a network of
terrestrial transmitters. It provides listeners with more choice and information
delivered in crystal clear, crackle-free sound quality.
– The technology allows the receiver to lock on to the strongest signal it
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– With DAB digital stations there are no frequencies to remember, and sets
are tuned by station name, so there’s no returning on the move.
What is a multiplex?
Digital radio operation is made up of a single block of frequencies called a
multiplex. Each multiplex works within a frequency spectrum, such as Band III
for DAB broadcasts.
DAB BROADCASTERS AND DLS
Each DAB broadcaster (or multiplex operator) also provides text and audio
data services. Some programmes are supported by Dynamic Label Segments
(DLS).This is data which you can read as scrolling text on your DAB radio
display. Some stations transmit the latest news, travel, and weather, what’s on
now and next, website addresses and phone numbers.
For more information on digital radio coverage and services, please visit:
www.drdb.org.
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