Philips AE5000, User Manual

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Power Supply General Information
• Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with car-
bon 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.
Using AC power
1 Check if the power voltage, as shown on
the type plate located on the rear of
the set,
corresponds to your local power
supply. If it does not, consult your dealer or
service center.
2 Connect the supplied power cord to the AC
MAINS (located on the rear panel) and the
wall socket.The set is now connected and
ready for use.
3 To switch the set off completely, withdraw the
power cord from the wall socket.
• Install the unit near the AC outlet and where
the power plug can be easily reached.
• Disconnect the power cord from the wall
socket to protect your set during heavy thun-
derstorms.
• AC power cord is used as the disconnect
device. It shall remain readily operable and
should not be obstructed during intended
use.To be completely disconnected the appa-
ratus from supply mains, the power cord of
the apparatus shall be disconnected from the
mains socket outlet completely.
The type plate is located on the
rear of the set.
General information
About Digital Audio Broadcasting
(DAB)
DAB digital radio is a new way of broadcast-
ing radio via a network of terrestrial transmit-
ters. 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 can find.
- With DAB digital stations, there are no fre-
quencies to remember, and sets are tuned by
station name, so there is no re-tuning 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 spec-
trum, such as Band III for DAB broadcasts.
Helpful hints:
– You will receive DAB stations only within your
DAB transmission area.
DAB Broadcasters and DLS
Each DAB broadcaster (or multiplex opera-
tor) also provides text and audio data servic-
es. 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 cover-
age and services, please visit www.drdb.org
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