GENERAL
If you wish to use the alarm, first set the alarm time.
There is a choice of two alarm modes, buzz or radio. The display
shows the alarm indicator if the alarm is set.
1.
Press
ALARM
and simultaneously, press and hold down the
HOUR
or
MIN
key to set and adjust the hours and minutes
respectively:
• With your finger held down on
HOUR
, the hour increases as
a digit from 1 to 12.
• With your finger held down on
MIN
, the minutes increases
as a digit from 00 to 59.
• -- If the
HOUR
,
MIN
and
ALARM
are all pressed
simultaneously, the alarm time display will be reset to 0:00.
2.
Release
ALARM
and the
HOUR
or
MIN
key when you have
reached the correct time.
• The display returns to clock time.
3.
To review your set alarm time briefly, press
ALARM
.
4.
To select the alarm mode you wish to be awoken by, set
ALARM
to
RADIO
or
BUZZ
.
• If you have selected the radio mode, make sure you have
adjusted the volume loud enough to wake you up!
• The buzz alarm begins gently and gradually increases to a
fixed maximum volume.
SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM
There are three ways of switching off the alarm. Unless you
choose to cancel the alarm completely, the
ALARM RESET
option will be automatically selected after 1 hour and 59
minutes from the time your alarm time first goes off.
ALARM RESET
If you want the alarm mode to be stopped immediately but also
wish to repeat the alarm call at the same time for the following
day:
• Press
ALARM RESET
during the alarm call.
SNOOZE
This will repeat your alarm call at 8-9 minute intervals.
• During the alarm call, press
SLEEP OFF
/SNOOZE
.
• Press
SLEEP OFF
/SNOOZE
again during the next call if you
wish to repeat the alarm call.
• If, however, you do not press
SLEEP OFF
/SNOOZE
again, the
alarm will sound for 1 hour and 59 minutes before turning
itself off. Your alarm time setting will then automatically
enter the
ALARM RESET
mode to sound at the same time
next day.
Canceling the Alarm Completely
• Before or during the set alarm time goes off, push the
ALARM
switch to
OFF
position.
™
Alarm indicator disappears from display.
SLEEP MODE
About SLEEP MODE
The clock radio has a built-in timer called
SLEEP MODE
,
which enables the radio to be automatically switched off after
59 minutes.
SLEEP MODE
allows you to lie back, listen and
fall asleep.
Setting and switching off SLEEP MODE
1.
Set
RADIO
to
OFF
position.
2.
Press
SLEEP MODE
once.
• The display shows the sleep period
0: 59
briefly .
4.
To cancel the sleep mode before the sleep period ends,
press
SLEEP OFF
/SNOOZE
.
Note:
- The sleep mode does not affect the alarm setting.
- If during SLEEP MODE you have turned down the
volume and you have an alarm set in the radio mode,
make sure you have adjusted the volume loud enough
to wake you up the following day!
MAINTENANCE
• If you do not intend to use the clock radio for a long time,
disconnect the set by withdrawing the plug from the wall
outlet. The battery should also be removed to prevent
chemical leakage which will damage your set.
• To clean your set from fingerprints, dust and dirt, use a
clean and soft damp cloth or chamois leather. Do not use
cleaning products which contain, benzene, thinner, etc. as
these may harm the housing.
SETTING THE ALARM
SLEEP MODE
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 center.
WARNING:
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the
warranty.
PROBLEM
– POSSIBLE CAUSE
• REMEDY
No sound
– Volume not adjusted
• Adjust VOLUME
AM broadcast cannot be received properly
– Weak radio signal
• Rotate the set for better reception and make sure that the
set is placed on a suitable (non-metallic) surface.
Continuous crackling and hiss noise during AM
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
• Adjust the power cord
The alarm does not function
– The alarm is not set
• Set the alarm time and the alarm switch to BUZZ or RADIO
– Volume too low for radio
• Increase the volume
SLEEP MODE does not function
– Radio still in ON position
• Switch RADIO to OFF
CLOCK DISPLAY
The time is displayed using the 12-hour clock system.
Important!
When setting the clock or alarm time, for accurate
hour and minute adjustment always make sure you press the
HOUR
and
MIN
keys separately and not simultaneously.
1.
Press
TIME
and simultaneously, press and hold down the
HOUR
or
MIN
key to set and adjust the hours and minutes
respectively:
• With your finger held down on
HOUR
, the hour increases as
a digit from 1 to 12.
• With your finger held down on
MIN
, the minutes increases
as a digit from 00 to 59.
2.
Release
TIME
and the
HOUR
or
MIN
key when you have
reached the correct time.
RADIO
You can use the clock radio solely as a radio.
1.
Adjust the
RADIO
switch to
ON
.
2.
Select your waveband using the
FM-AM
switch.
3.
Use
TUNING
to find your radio station.
4.
Adjust the sound with the
VOLUME
control.
5.
To turn off the radio, adjust
RADIO
to
OFF
.
To improve radio reception:
• For
FM
, use the antenna built in the power cord. Adjust the
power cord to obtain optimum reception.
• For
AM
, the set is provided with a built-in antenna which to
function best should be placed on a non-metallic surface
e.g. wood, plastic. Direct the AM antenna by adjusting the
position of your clock radio.
SETTING THE CLOCK
RADIO
WHO IS COVERED?
You must have proof of purchase to exchange the product. A
sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased
the product is considered proof of purchase. Attach it to this
owner’s manual and keep both nearby.
WHAT IS COVERED?
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For 90
days thereafter, a defective or inoperative product will be
replaced with a new, renewed or comparable product at no
charge to you. A replacement product is covered only for the
original warranty period.When the warranty on the original
product expires, the warranty on the replacement product also
expires.
WHAT IS EXCLUDED?
Your warranty does not cover:
•
labor charges for installation or setup of the product,
adjustment of customer controls on the product, and
installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the
product.
•
product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse,
accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the
control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company.
•
reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or
antenna systems outside the unit.
•
a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable
it to operate in any country other than the country for
which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or
authorized, or repair of products damaged by these
modifications.
•
incidental or consequential damages resulting from the
product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion
may not apply to you.This includes, but is not limited to,
prerecorded material, whether copyrighted or not
copyrighted.)
•
a product used for commercial or institutional purposes.
WHERE IS EXCHANGE AVAILABLE?
You may exchange the product in all countries where the
product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics
Company. In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics
Company does not distribute the product, the local Philips
service organization will attempt to provide a replacement
product (although there may be a delay if the appropriate
product is not readily available).
BEFORE REQUESTING EXCHANGE...
Please check your owner’s manual before requesting an
exchange. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save
you a trip.
PORTABLE AUDIO
90 days Free Exchange
This product must be carried in for an exchange.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 2976, Longview,Texas 75606, (903) 242-4800
EL6095T002 / MAC5433 / 1-97
EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN U.S.A.,
PUERTO RICO OR U.S.VIRGIN ISLANDS...
Contact your dealer to arrange an exchange. Or, ship the
product, insured and freight prepaid, and with proof of purchase
enclosed, to the address listed below.
Small Product Service Center
Philips Service Company
907 Snapps Ferry Road, Plant 2, Building 6
Greeneville,TN 37743
(In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied warranties,
including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this
express warranty. But, because some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty may last, this limitation may not
apply to you.)
EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN CANADA...
Please contact Philips at:
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking)
(In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties.
No other warranties are expressed or implied, including any
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any
direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages,
howsoever incurred, even if notified of the possibility of such
damages.)
TO GET OUT-OF-WARRANTY EXCHANGE...
In U.S.A., Puerto Rico or U.S.Virgin Islands, contact Philips Service
Company at (800) 531-0039 to obtain the cost of out-of-warranty
exchange.Then carefully pack the product and ship it to the Small
Product Service Center (address listed above). In Canada, call the
phone number listed above under “Exchanging a Product in
Canada” to obtain the cost of out-of-warranty exchange.
REMEMBER...
Please record the model and serial numbers found on the
product below. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty
registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if
necessary.
MODEL #
__________________________________
SERIAL #
__________________________________
LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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