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Philips DCB242/05 User Manual
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Contents
1 Important 5
Notice 8
Safety 5
2 Your Docking Entertainment System 11
Introduction 11
Overview of the main unit 12
Overview of the remote control 14
What’s in the box 11
3 Get started 17
Connect power 20
Install batteries 17
Prepare the remote control 18
Set time and date 21
Turn on 22
4 Play 23
Play from an external device 25
Play from iPod/iPhone 23
5 Listen to radio 26
Listen to Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB) 26
Listen to FM radio 30
6 Other features 33
Adjust display brightness 36
Set the alarm timer 33
Set the sleep timer 35
7 Adjust sound 37
Adjust volume level 37
Enhance bass 37
Select a preset sound effect 37
8 Product information 38
Specifications 38
9 Troubleshooting 40
1 Important
Safety
This ‘bolt of lightning’ indicates uninsulated material within
your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of
everyone in your household, please do not remove product
covering.
The ‘exclamation point’ calls attention to features for which
you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this
apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed
on this apparatus.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Important Safety Instructions
a Read these instructions.
b Keep these instructions.
c Heed all warnings.
d Follow all instructions.
e Do not use this apparatus near water.
f Clean only with dry cloth.
g Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
h Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
i Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
j Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
k Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
l Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
m Battery usage CAUTION – To prevent battery
leakage which may result in bodily injury, property
damage, or damage to the unit:
Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked
•
on the unit.
Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and
•
alkaline, etc.).
Remove batteries when the unit is not used for
•
a long time.
n Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
o Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus
(e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles).
p Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not
be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
q Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.
•
Never lubricate any part of this apparatus. •
Never place this apparatus on other electrical •
equipment.
Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight, naked
•
flames or heat.
Ensure that you always have easy access to the power
•
cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the apparatus from
the power.
Notice
This product complies with the radio interference
requirements of the European Community.
Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not
expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Recycling
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol attached to
a product, it means the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC:
Never dispose of your product with other household waste.
Please inform yourself about the local rules on the separate
collection of electrical and electronic products. The correct
disposal of your old product helps prevent potentially
negative consequences on the environment and human
health.
Your product contains batteries covered by the European
Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot be disposed of with
normal household waste.
Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate
collection of batteries. The correct disposal of batteries
helps prevent potentially negative consequences on the
environment 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.
2010 © Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips Electronics
N.V. or their respective owners. Philips reserves the right to
change products at any time without being obliged to adjust
earlier supplies accordingly.
2 Your Docking
Entertainment System
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To
fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your
product at www.philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this unit, you can enjoy audio from the iPod, iPhone, other
audio devices, or the FM/DAB radio.
The radio, iPod, or iPhone can be set as the alarm timer. You can
set two alarm timers to go off at different time.
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
1 x Main unit
•
1 x Remote control•
1 x Power adaptor•
1 x MP3 link cable•
1 x User manual•
1 x Quick start guide•
Overview of the main unit
a
Turn on the unit or switch to standby mode.•
b REPEAT ALARM/BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
Repeat the alarm.
•
Adjust the display brightness.•
c Dock for iPhone/iPod
Load an iPhone/iPod.
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d SOURCE
Select a source: iPhone/iPod, DAB/FM tuner, or
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MP3 link.
e FM antenna
Improve FM reception.
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f MP3-LINK
Jack for an external audio device.
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g DC 9V
Power supply socket.
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h OK/
Start or pause iPhone/iPod play.•
Confirm selection.•
i PRESET + /PRESET -
Select a preset radio station.•
Navigate through the iPhone/iPod menu.•
Adjust time.•
j TUNING - /TUNING +
Skip to the previous/next audio file.•
Search within an audio file.•
Tune to a radio station.•
Adjust time.•
k Display panel
Show the current status.
•
l AL1/AL2
Set the alarm timer.
•
Turn off the alarm tone.•
View alarm settings.•
m VOL + /VOL -
Adjust volume.•
n MENU
Select the iPhone/iPod menu.
•
Select the FM/DAB menu.•
o SET TIME/AUTO SCAN /SLEEP
Set the clock and date.•
Scan radio stations automatically.•
Set the sleep timer.•
Overview of the remote control
a POWER
Turn on the unit or switch to standby mode.
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Deactivate the sleep timer.•
b MENU
Select the iPhone/iPod menu.
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c SLEEP
Set the sleep timer.
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d PRESET + /PRESET -
Select a preset radio station.•
Navigate through the iPhone/iPod menu.•
Adjust time.•
e TUNING - /TUNING +
Skip to the previous/next audio file.•
Search within an audio file.•
Tune to a radio station.•
Adjust time.•
f OK/
Start or pause iPhone/iPod play.•
Confirm selection. •
g MP3 LINK
Select external audio device source.
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h iPhone/iPod
Select iPhone or iPod source.
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i INFO
Select different types of DAB station information.
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In FM mode, select RDS information.•
j + VOL -
Adjust volume.
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k AL 1/AL 2
Set the alarm timer.
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Turn off the alarm tone.•
View alarm settings.•
l DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass enhancement.
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DSC
Select a preset sound setting.
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m REP AL/BRIGHTNESS
Adjust the display brightness.
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Repeat the alarm.•
n SET TIME/AUTO SCAN
Set the time and date.
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Scan radio stations automatically.•
o FM/DAB
Select the FM tuner/DAB source.
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3 Get started
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
•
procedures other than herein may 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 rear of the apparatus. Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Install batteries
Note
You can only use AC power as power supply. Batteries
•
(not supplied) are for backup purpose.
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert 3 x AA batteries with correct polarity (+/-) as
indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
Prepare the remote control
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from heat,
•
sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries in fire.
For first-time use:
1 Remove the protective tab to activate the remote
control battery.
3x1.5V
R6/UM-3/AA
To replace the remote control batteries:
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert one lithium CR2025 battery with correct polarity
(+/-) as indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
Note
Before you press any function button on the remote
•
control, first select the correct source with the remote
control instead of the main unit.
Connect power
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power •
voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on
the back or underside of the apparatus.
Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the AC
•
adaptor, always pull the plug from the socket.
Never pull the cord.
Before connecting the AC adaptor, ensure that
•
you have completed all other connections.
Use the supplied AC power adaptor only.
•
Note
The type plate is located on the bottom of the main
•
unit.
1 Connect the AC power adaptor to:
the DC socket on the main unit
•
the power socket. •
Set time and date
1 In standby mode, press and holdSET TIME/AUTO
SCANfor 2 seconds.
»[SYNC ON] is displayed and [ON]
begins to blink.
2 PressPRESET + /PRESET - to select ON or OFF.
If you select »[ON], the unit reads the
DAB station or iPhone/iPod time and
sets the clock automatically.
If you select »[OFF], the unit turns off the
time synchronization.
3 Press »SET TIME/AUTO SCANto
confirm.The time format [24H] or [12H]
begins to blink.
4 PressPRESET + /PRESET - to select 24H or 12H.
DC9V 1.9A
MP3-LINK
FM ANT
DC9V 1.9A
5 Press »SET TIME/AUTO SCANto
confirm.The hour digits begin to blink.
6 Repeat steps 4-5 to set the hour, minute, year, month,
and day.
Tip
The accuracy of the transmitted time depends on the
•
DAB station or the docked iPhone/iPod that transmits
the time signal.
Turn on
1 Press POWER on the remote control.
The unit switches to the last selected »
source.
Switch to standby
1 Press POWER again to switch the unit to standby
mode.
The time and date (if set) appear on the »
display panel.
4 Play
Play from iPod/iPhone
You can enjoy audio from iPod/iPhone through this unit.
Compatible iPod/iPhone
Apple iPod and iPhone models with a 30-pin dock connector:
Made for.
iPod touch
•
iPod classic•
iPod nano•
iPod with video •
iPod with color display•
iPod mini•
Works with.
iPhone
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iPhone 3G•
iPhone 3GS•
Listen to the iPod/iPhone
1 Lift the iPhone/iPod dock cover on the top panel.
2 Place the iPhone/iPod into the dock.
3 Press iPhone/iPod on the remote control to select
iPod/iPhone source.
The connected iPod/iPhone plays »automatically.
To pause/resume play, press • OK/ .
To skip to a track, press
• TUNING - /TUNING
+ .
To search during play, press and hold
• TUNING -
/TUNING + , then release to resume normal
play.
To go back to the previous iPod/iPhone menu,
•
press MENU. To scroll through the menu,
press PRESET + /PRESET - . To confirm a
selection, press OK/.
If no key is pressed for more than »
10 seconds, OK/ acts back as the
play/pause key.
Charge the iPod/iPhone
When the unit is connected to power, the docked iPod/
iPhone begins to charge.
Tip
For certain iPod models, it may take up to a minute
•
before the charging indication appears.
Play from an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device through this unit.
1 Press MP3 LINK to select the MP3 link source.
2 Connect the supplied MP3 link cable to:
the
• MP3 LINK jack (3.5mm) on the back of the
unit.
the headphone jack on an external device.
•
3 Start to play the device (see the device user manual).
5 Listen to radio
Listen to Digital Audio Broadcasts (DAB)
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.
1 Press FM/DABrepeatedly to select DAB.
The unit automatically scans DAB radio »
stations. The unit stores all available DAB
radio stations and then broadcasts the
first available station.
If no DAB service is available, »[NO SERV]
is displayed.
Scan DAB radio stations automatically
You can perform full scan to search for DAB radio stations.
1 In DAB mode, press and hold SET TIME/AUTO SCAN
for more than 3 seconds.
The unit scans all available DAB radio »
stations and broadcasts the first available
station.
Program DAB radio stations manually
1 Tune to a DAB radio station.
2 Press SET TIME/AUTO SCAN to activate the program
mode.
3 Press TUNING - /TUNING + to select a number.
4 Press SET TIME/AUTO SCAN to confirm.
5 Repeat the above steps to program other stations.
Note
To overwrite a programmed station, store another
•
station in its place.
Listen to a preset DAB radio station
1 In DAB mode, press TUNING - /TUNING + to
select a DAB radio station.
2 Press OK/ to confirm.
Note
If there is no DAB radio station available, steps
•
mentioned above is invalid.
Show DAB information
1 During listening to DAB radio, press INFO repeatedly
to scroll through the following information (if available):
Dynamic Label Segment (DLS) »
Signal strength »
Program type (PTY) »
Ensemble Name »
Channel and frequency »
Signal error rate »
Bit rate and audio status »
Date »
Perform more functions through DAB menu
1 In DAB mode, press and hold MENU to enter the DAB
menu.
2 Press TUNING - /TUNING + to select:
• [MANUAL] (tune manually)
• [SCAN] (tune automatically)
• [DRC] (dynamic range control)
• [TUNERRST] (tuner reset)
• [VERSION] (display software version)
3 If you select [DRC], press OK/ to confirm, and
then press TUNING - /TUNING + to select:
• [DRC 0]: Dynamic Range Control is switched off.
• [DRC 1/2]: Dynamic Range Control is set to half
normal level.
• [DRC 1]: Dynamic Range Control is switched
on; the default setting recommended for noisy
environment.
4 Press OK/ to confirm.
To reset the tuner:
1 Follow steps 1-2 above to select [TUNERRST].
2 Press OK/ to confirm, and then press TUNING -
/TUNING + to select:
• [NO]: Cancel.
• [YES]: Reset the tuner.
3 Press OK/ to confirm.
Note
If no button is pressed within 10 seconds, the menu
•
exits.
Tip
Dynamic range control (DRC) adds or removes a
•
degree of compensation for the differences in the
dynamic range between radio stations.
Listen to FM radio
Tune to a radio station
Tip
Position the antenna as far as possible from TV, VCR or
•
other radiation source.
For optimal reception, do not place iPhone/iPod into
•
the dock when you listen to the radio.
Note
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the
•
position of the antenna.
1 Press FM/DAB to select FM tuner.
2 Press and hold TUNING - /TUNING + for more
than 2 seconds.
The radio tunes to a station with strong »
reception automatically.
3 Repeat step 2 to tune to more stations.
To tune to a weak station, press
• TUNING - /
TUNING + repeatedly until you find optimal
reception.
Program radio stations automatically
You can program a maximum of 20 preset radio stations.
1 In the tuner mode, press and hold SET TIME/AUTO
SCAN for more than 2 seconds to activate automatic
program mode.
The unit starts to search for radio »
stations.
All available stations are programmed »
in the order of waveband reception
strength.
The first programmed radio station is »
broadcast automatically.
Program FM radio stations manually
You can program a maximum of 20 preset radio stations.
1 Tune to a radio station.
2 Press SET TIME/AUTO SCAN to activate the program
mode.
3 Press TUNING - /TUNING + to select a number.
4 Press SET TIME/AUTO SCAN to confirm.
5 Repeat the above steps to program other stations.
Tip
To overwrite a programmed station, store another
•
station in its place.
Listen to a preset radio station
1 In tuner mode, press PRESET + /PRESET - to
select a preset number.
Show RDS information
RDS (Radio Data System) is a service that allows FM stations
to show additional information. If you tune to a RDS station,
the station name is displayed.
1 Tune to a RDS station.
2 Press INFO repeatedly to scroll through the following
information (if available):
Station name »
Radio text messages »
Program type such as [NEWS] (news(, »
[SPORT] (sport), [POP M] (pop music)...
Frequency »
6 Other features
Set the alarm timer
You can set two alarms which go off at different time.
1 Ensure that you have set the clock correctly. (See “Get
started - Set time and date”.)
2 Press and hold AL1 or AL2 for 2 seconds.
The [AL1] or [AL2] icon and the hour »
digits begin to blink.
3 Press TUNING - /TUNING + to set the hour.
4 Press AL1 or AL2 to confirm.
The [AL1] or [AL2] icon and the minute »
digits begin to blink.
5 Repeat steps 3-4 to set the minute.
6 Repeat steps 3-4 to select whether to ring alarm the
whole week, on weekdays, or at weekend.
7 Repeat steps 3-4 to select an alarm sound source:
Buzzer, iPhone, FM, or DAB.
8 Repeat steps 3-4 to set the alarm volume.
Turn on/off the alarm timer
Note
Ensure that you already set the alarms successfully.
•
1 Press AL1/AL2 to turn on or off the alarm timer.
If the alarm timer is turned on, the alarm »
icon appears.
If the alarm timer is turned off, the alarm »
icon disappears.
Repeat alarm
1 When the alarm rings, press REP AL/BRIGHTNESS.
The alarm repeats ringing minutes later. »
Tip
You can press
• TUNING - /TUNING + to adjust
interval (5-30 minutes) to repeat alarm.
Stop alarm ring
1 When the alarm rings, press the corresponding AL1 or
AL2.
The alarm stops but the alarm settings »
remain.
View the alarm settings
1 Press AL1 or AL2.
Set the sleep timer
This unit can switch to standby automatically after a set period
of time.
1 Press SLEEP repeatedly to select a set period of time
(in minutes).
When the sleep timer is activated, the »
display shows .
To deactivate sleep timer
1 Press SLEEP repeatedly until [OFF] (off) is displayed.
When the sleep timer is deactivated, »
disappears on the display.
Adjust display brightness
1 Press REP AL/BRIGHTNESS repeatedly to select
different levels of display brightness.
7 Adjust sound
Adjust volume level
1 During play, press + VOL - to increase/decrease the
volume level.
Select a preset sound effect
1 During play, press DSC repeatedly to select:
• [POP] (pop)
• [CLASSIC] (classic)
• [JAZZ] (jazz)
• [FLAT] (flat)
• [ROCK] (rock)
Enhance bass
1 During play, press DBB to turn on or off dynamic bass
enhancement.
If DBB is activated, [DBB] is displayed. »
8 Product information
Note
Product information is subject to change without prior
•
notice.
Specifications
Amplifier
Rated Output Power 2 x 5 W RMS
Frequency Response 20 -20000 Hz, -3dB
Signal to Noise Ratio >67 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion <1%
Aux Input (MP3 link) 0.5 V RMS 20kohm
Tuner (FM)
Tuning range 87.5 - 108 MHz
Tuning grid 50 KHz
Sensitivity
- Mono, 26dB S/N Ratio
- Stereo, 46dB S/N Ratio
<22 dBu
<43 dBu
Search Selectivity >28 dBf
Total Harmonic Distortion <2%
Signal to Noise Ratio >55 dB
Tuner (DAB)
DAB tuning range 174.92-------239.20MHz
General information
AC power (Power adaptor) Input: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz,
0.7A; Output: 9.0V 1.9A;
Brand name: Philips; Model
No.: AS190-090-BI190
Operation Power
Consumption
15 W
Standby Power Consumption <1 W
Dimensions
- Main Unit (W x H x D) 280 x 82 x 170 mm
Weight
- Main Unit 1.09 kg
9 Troubleshooting
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.
•
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. •
Ensure that the batteries are inserted correctly. •
No sound
Adjust the volume. •
No response from the unit
Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then •
turn on the unit again.
Poor radio reception
Increase the distance between the unit and your TV •
or VCR.
Fully extend the FM antenna. •
Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly. •
Switch on the timer. •
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power plug has •
been disconnected.
Reset the clock/timer. •
© 2010 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
All rights reserved.
Document order number: DCB242_05_UM_V1.0