Philips AJ 3600 User Manual

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Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from  
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES  
1 X AC 7.5V adapter  
TOP AND FRONT PANEL (See 1)  
1 RADIO ON/OFF  
switches the radio on/off; displays radio frequency  
switches off sleep timer  
2 BAND  
3 ALARM RESET / SLEEP  
select FM/ MW waveband  
stops active alarm for 24 hours  
activates the radio for sleep function  
displays/adjusts/switches off sleep timer  
4
REPEAT ALARM / BRIGHTNESS CONTROL  
switches off the alarm for a 9 minute period  
changes the brightness of the display illumination  
stops SLEEP function  
5 DISPLAY  
6 AL 1 (AL  
shows clock/alarm times and status of the set  
switches on/off ALAM 1 radio mode  
displays ALAM 1 time  
switches on/off ALAM 2 buzzer mode  
)
7 AL 2 (AL  
)
displays ALAM 2 time  
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Battery compartment for 4 batteries, type R6, UM3, AA  
RESET press if the set / display does not react to operation of any button  
BACK PANEL (See 2)  
1 TUNING +/- tunes to radio stations  
2 VOLUME adjusts the sound level  
3 DC 7.5V  
socket for AC/DC 7.5V adapter  
4
Pigtail improves FM reception  
LEFT & RIGHT PANEL (See 3)  
1 Projection lens  
2 REVERSE PROJECTION  
3 PROJECTION ON/OFF  
turns time/hour digits upside down(AC-powered only)  
switches the projection on/off  
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ROTATE PROJECTION adjusts projection slightly to a different angle  
5 SET ALARM 1 / PRESET 1  
sets ALARM 1 time  
stores, recalls and shows station 1  
sets ALARM 2 time  
6 SET ALARM 2 / PRESET 2  
stores, recalls and shows station 2  
7 MINUTE + / PRESET 3  
adjusts the minutes for clock and alarm times  
stores, recalls and shows station 3  
8 SET TIME / PRESET 4 sets the clock time  
stores, recalls and shows station 4  
9 HOUR + / PRESET 5 adjusts the hours for the clock and alarm times  
stores, recalls and shows station 5  
POWER SUPPLY  
Batteries (not included)  
1
Open battery door and insert four batteries (preferably PHILIPS POWER LIFE o  
alkaline), type R6, UM3 or AA as indicated in the compartment.  
Remove the batteries from the set if they are exhausted or not be used for a  
long time.  
2
When you replace batteries, the preset stations, alarm and clock time set-  
tings can be stored for up to 3 minutes. (see 'Self-Powered Back-Up').  
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of  
properly.  
Mains adapter  
1
Connect the mains adapter to the set's DC 7.5V socket and to the power  
socket.  
indicates the set is now adapter operated.  
2
Make sure your adapter is properly connected to save battery energy!  
Always disconnect the mains adapter if you are not using the set.  
indicator goes out.  
Helpful hints: To avoid damage to the set, use only the adapter supplied!  
The type plate is located on the bottom of the set inside the battery com-  
partment.  
SELF-POWERED BACK-UP  
The self-powered back-up conveniently allows your preset stations, alarm and clock  
time settings to be stored for up to 3 minutes when there is a power interruption e.g.  
AC power failure or when changing batteries.The complete clock radio and backlight  
illumination will be switched off.  
If power supply returns after 3 minutes and the display shows:  
clock time blinking - indicates you need to re-adjust the clock time.  
BATTERY LOW MODE  
indicates batteries low. Replace with fresh batteries to ensure all the features  
on your set will function properly.  
BASIC FEATURES  
Reset  
Should your set receive external interference e.g. static electricity from carpets, thun-  
derstorms, etc. RESET allows you to clear all previous settings and start up again.  
Use a ballpoint pen to press the RESET hole found on the bottom of the set.  
Illumination brightness  
Press REPEAT ALARM / BRIGHTNESS CONTROL once or more.  
The brightness of the display can be adjusted:  
Bright Medium Low Bright (when AC-powered)  
Low Bright Low Bright (when battery-powered)  
Helpful hints:  
When battery-powered, the display illumination is default low to help save ener-  
gy. Any other use of the BRIGHTNESS CONTROL for a brighter display adjustment  
will therefore be effectively limited.  
SETTING THE CLOCK  
The time is displayed using the 24-hour clock.  
1. Check the radio is switched off.  
2. Press SET TIME to enter the clock setting mode.  
3. Hold down or press HOUR + or MINUTE + repeatedly to set and adjust the  
hours and minutes respectively. Release HOUR + or MINUTE + when you  
have reached the correct setting.  
4. Press SET TIME to confirm.  
RADIO  
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Press RADIO ON/OFF once to switch on the radio.  
Display shows the radio frequency of the last selected waveband briefly  
before returning to the clock time. Your preset station is also shown if you  
are listening to a preset. (See 4)  
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Press BAND if you wish to change waveband.  
Adjust the sound using VOLUME  
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Press RADIO ON/OFF to switch off.  
Helpful hints:  
In standby clock time, to view the current radio frequency,  
Press RADIO ON/OFF once or more;  
For preset stations, press the respective PRESET button (1-5) once or repeatedly.  
TUNING TO RADIO STATONS  
Automatic tuning  
Press TUNING +/- one second or more to tune to your station.  
The radio automatically tunes to a station of sufficient reception.  
Manual tuning  
Press TUNING +/- briefly or repeatedly until you reach the desired frequency.  
To improve reception:  
For FM, extend and position the pigtail fully to obtain optimum reception.  
For MW, the set is provided with a built-in aerial. Direct the aerial by adjusting the  
position of your clock radio.  
STORING AND USING PRESET STATIONS  
You can store up to a total of 10 radio stations in the memory, 5 on each wave-  
band.  
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Tune to your desired station (see TUNING TO RADIO STATIONS).  
To store a preset, hold down briefly on a PRESET button 1-5 until you hear a double  
beep.  
Display shows the preset number of your station.  
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Repeat steps 1 and 2 to store your other stations.  
You can overwrite a preset station by storing another frequency in its place.  
Press a.PRESET button 1-5 to listen to a preset station.  
USING THE ALARM  
GENERAL  
Two different alarm times can be set. This can be useful when you need to be  
woken up at a different time e.g. during the week and at the weekend:  
ALARM 1 - radio mode  
ALARM 2 - buzzer mode. The gentle wake buzzer alarm increases its beep tone fre-  
quency within seconds.  
SETTING THE ALARM TIME AND MODE (See 5)  
1. Check the radio is switched off.  
2. Press AL 1 or AL2 to on.  
Display: ON appears under the respective AL  
or AL  
icon.  
3. Press and hold SET ALARM 1 or SET ALARM 2 until alarm time digits flash.  
4. Hold down or press HOUR + or MINUTE + repeatedly to set and adjust the  
hours and minutes respectively. Release HOUR + or MINUTE + when you  
have reached the correct setting.  
5. After both the hours and minutes are set, press SET ALARM 1 or SET ALARM  
to confirm the setting.  
Helpful hints:  
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If you have selected AL 1 (AL  
station before turning off the set.  
If you set and activate the same time for both alarms, only the AL 2 (AL  
be activate at the set time.  
), make sure you have properly tuned to a  
) will  
When both AL 1 (AL  
) and AL 2 (AL  
) are turned on, by default the display  
shows the alarm time nearest to activation.  
To check the alarm time setting for AL 1 or AL 2, press AL 1 or AL 2 button.  
It is not possible to adjust the alarm time during an alarm call or the repeat alarm  
mode.  
SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM  
There are three ways of switching off the alarm. Unless you cancel the alarm  
completely, the 24-hour ALARM RESET will be automatically selected after 59  
minutes from the time your alarm first goes off.  
24 HOUR ALARM RESET  
If you want the alarm mode to be stopped immediately but also wish to retain  
the same alarm setting for the following day:  
Press ALARM RESET / SLEEP  
You will hear a beep tone confirming 24 hour reset activation.  
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REPEAT ALARM  
This repeats your alarm call at 9 minute intervals.  
During the alarm call, press REPEAT ALARM / BRIGHTNESS CONTROL..  
Display shows or flashing during a repeat alarm.  
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Repeat if desired (up to a maximum of 6 times).  
CANCELING THE ALARM COMPLETELY  
Press AL 1 or AL 2 button once or more until the OFF appears under the  
respective AL or AL icon.  
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SLEEP (See 6)  
About Sleep  
This set has a built-in sleep timer, which enables the radio to be automatically  
switched off after a set period of time. There are four sleep time options.  
Setting and switching off SLEEP  
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Within 1 second, press ALARM RESET / SLEEP twice until the display shows  
SLEEP and SL: 60  
The radio is automatically switched on and tunes to the last station.  
To select other sleep time options, press ALARM RESET / SLEEP again within 1  
second before the display returns to clock time.  
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The display shows in sequence: SL : 30, SL : 15 and OFF.  
To cancel sleep, press either:  
RADIO ON/OFF  
REPEAT ALARM / BRIGHTNESS CONTROL.  
ALARM RESET / SLEEP once or more until SLEEP disappears from the  
display.  
USING THE PROJECTION  
You may have the experience of looking for a clock in the darkness. With this  
projection feature, you can conveniently project the clock time onto a surface  
e.g. walls ceiling (furniture, glasses not recommended).  
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Press PROJECTION ON/OFF to switch on.  
The Projection lens lights up red.  
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Turn the Projection lens wheel (maximum 180 degree left or right) and also the  
set, if necessary, to find a suitable projection surface. (See 7)  
To change the projected time upside down, press REVERSE PROJECTION.  
4. To change the projection slightly to a different angle, turn the ROTATE PROJEC-  
TION ball (maximum 60 degree left or right.).  
5. Press PROJECTION ON/OFF to switch off.  
The Projection lens goes out.  
Helpful hints:  
When battery-powered, the projection lens lights up briefly to help save energy.  
For a longer projection time, please use the supplied 7.5V AC adapter to  
operate the set.  
MAINTENANCE & SAFETY  
If you do not intend to use set for a long time, remove the batteries.  
Do not expose the set to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat caused by  
heating equipment or direct sunlight.  
To clean your set, use a soft damp cloth or chamois leather. Do not use clean-  
ing products, which contain benzene, thinner, etc. as these may harm the  
housing.  
ENVIROMENTAL INFORMATION  
We have reduced the packaging to its minimum using only paper and cardboard.  
Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a  
specialized company. Please observe local regulations on the disposal of  
packing materials and old equipment.  
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: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this  
will invalidate the guarantee. Do not open the set as there is a risk of  
electric shock!  
No sound  
Volume not adjusted  
Adjust the volume  
No display backlight / display malfunction/ radio and alarm do not  
function  
Set is in Power Low mode  
Connect AC/DC adapter or insert fresh batteries  
Display error / no reaction to any controls  
Electrostatic discharge  
Press the RESET hole on the bottom of the set with a ball-pen. Or disconnect  
set from AC/DC adaptor and batteries for 5 minutes, then re-plug.  
Continuous crackling and hiss noise during MW reception  
Interference from other electrical equipment e.g. TVs, computers, fluorescent  
lamps  
Move the clock radio away from electrical equipment  
Intermittent crackling sound during FM reception  
Weak signal  
Extend and position the pigtail aerial  
The alarm does not function  
Alarm time/ mode not set  
See SETTING THE ALARM  
Volume too low for radio  
Increase the volume  
AL 1 (AL  
) not tuned to a radio station  
Check if the set is tuned to a radio station before you set AL1 and when you  
switch off the radio.  
Blurry projection  
Distance/ angle between the projection surface too large  
Reduce the distance/ angle.  
This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the  
European Union.  
The typeplate and production number are located inside the battery  
compartment.  
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION  
We have reduced packaging to the minimum for easy separation into two  
materials: paper and cardboard.  
Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a specia  
ized company. Please observe local regulations on the disposal of packing materi  
als and old equipment.  
Disposal of your old product  
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and com-  
ponents, which can be recycled and reused.  
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a prod-  
uct 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 pre-  
vent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.  
Notes for battery disposal  
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.  
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