Philips AE6790 User manual

AE6790 Portable radio
User manual
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Top & front panels (see 1)
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– switches on/off the standby mode
2TUNING -
– in FM/MW mode, fine tunes a station
– sets hour during clock setting
3TUNING +
– in FM/MW mode, fine tunes a station
– sets minute during clock setting
9DISPLAY
– displays time or radio frequency
0Number Keys
– press to store preset stations
Side panel (see 1)
4;
– 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket
5LOCK/UNLOCK
– disables or enables all other keys
6VOL
– adjusts volume level
7BAND
– press to switch to FM or MW mode
8SET CLOCK/PRESET
– in standby mode, sets the clock
– stores preset station

Power Supply
Batteries (not included)
1 Open the battery door and insert two alkaline batteries, type AAA,
R03 or UM4, as indicated in the battery compartment. (See 1).
• Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will corrode the
compartment or cause the batteries to burst:
• Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon zinc. Only use batteries
of the same type for the set.
• When inserting new batteries, do not try to mix old batteries with the new
ones.
• Remove the batteries if the set is not to be used for a long time.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed
of properly.
General information
Antennas
• For MW,the set uses a built-in antenna. Direct this antenna for best
reception by turning the whole set.
Connecting earphones
•You can connect headphones to the headphone socket.
Locking the set
•You can lock the set in any mode by sliding the
LOCK key.
➜All keys are disabled.
•To unlock the set
➜slide the
LOCK key to UNLOCK .
Basic operation
1Insert batteries as described in Power Supply.
➜
The clock information is displayed.
•Press 2 to switch on the set.
•Press
2 again to switch to standby mode.
2To adjust volume, turn VOL.

Switching on radio
1Press
2 to switch on the set.
2Press BAND to select FM or MW waveband.
➜ Waveband and radio frequency are displayed
.
Automatic tuning
•Press and hold TUNING +/- ;the set searches a station automatically.
Manual tuning
By using this feature, it is possible to manually tune to a specific channel
frequency. In addition to antenna orienting for better radio reception, the
optimum reception can also be obtained by using this feature.
•In FM and MW mode, press
TUNING +/- to tune to stations.
Storing preset stations manually
You can store up to 10 stations for each band respectively on PRESET
for easy access.
1In FM and MW mode, tune to your desired radio station (See "Auto
tuning" and “Manual tuning”).
2Press SET CLOCK/PRESET.
3Press number keys to store the preset station 1-5; press the +5 button
followed by a 1-5 button to store preset station 6-10.
Helpful hints:
–If you have already saved a FM, or MW station in that preset number, it
will be overwritten by a new station.
–Preset stations of each band do not overwrite each other.
–Preset stations will be kept even when the set is out of power.
Selecting a preset station
•In FM and MW mode, press 1-5 to select station 1-5; press the +5
button followed by a 1-5 button to select station 6-10 .

Setting time
You can only set time in standby mode.
1Press SET CLOCK/PRESET.
2Press TUNING - to set hour.
3Press SET CLOCK/PRESET once to confirm.
4Press TUNING + to set minute.
5Press SET CLOCK/PRESET once to confirm.
➜ The set exits time setting.
Safety & maintenance information
• Do not expose the set, batteries to humidity, rain, sand or excessive
heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do not cover the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.
• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on
the apparatus.
• The mechanical parts of the set contain selflubricating bearings and
must not be oiled or lubricated.
•To clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents contain-
ing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the hous-
ing.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.

Troubleshooting
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for
repair.
If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult
your dealer or service centre.
WARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under
no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will
invalidate the guarantee.
Problem
–Possible cause
•Remedy
No sound /power
–Volume not adjusted
•Adjust the VOL.
–Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted
•Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
–Headphones connected to the set
• Disconnect headphones.
Poor radio reception
–Weak radio signal
• For MW,the set uses a built-in antenna. Direct this antenna for best
reception by turning the whole set.
Display does not function properly / No reaction to operation of
any of the controls
–Electrostatic discharge
•Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a few seconds.

Hearing Safety
Listen at a moderate volume.
•Using headphones at a high volume can impair your hearing. This
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 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.
•Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly,
without distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
•Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally "safe" levels, can also
cause hearing loss.
•Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and take appropriate breaks.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using your
headphones.
•Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time.
•Be careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts.
•Do not turn up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around
you.
•You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
•Do not use headphones while operating a motorized vehicle, cycling,
skateboarding, etc.; it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many
areas.

Disposal of your old product
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 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.
Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old
products with your normal household waste.The correct disposal of
your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences for
the environment and human health.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted.The packaging can
be easily separated into three materials: cardboard, polystyrene and plastic.
Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disas-
sembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging, dead bat-
teries and old equipment.

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