Philips AJ3231 User manual

Clock Radio

User manual

AJ3231

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CONTROLS

1ALARM 1, ALARM 2

–

RADIO activates the radio for alarm 1 or alarm 2

–

BUZ activates the buzzer for alarm 1 or alarm 2

–

OFF switches off the alarm 1 or alarm 2

2Clock control

-SET TIME :

sets the clock time

-CLOCK:

to run on clock time

-SET AL 1:

sets the alarm time for alarm 1

-SET AL 2:

sets the alarm time for alarm 2

3UP / DOWN:

adjusts the hours/ minutes for the clock and alarm times

4DISPLAY - show the clock/ alarm times and status of the set

5Battery door -

opens to store a 9 volt 6F22 type battery (not included) for

clock memory backup

6VOL - adjusts the sound level

7Frequency indicator - shows the radio frequency of your selected waveband

8BAND (MW/FM/AUX) - select MW/FM waveband or switch to the AUX source

9TUNING - tunes to radio stations

0REPEAT ALARM (SLEEP OFF)

switches off the active alarm for a 6-7 minute period

switches off the radio sleep function

!SLEEP -

activates the radio for sleep function

adjusts the sleep period

@ALARM RESET -

stops the active alarm for 24 hours

#RADIO ON/OFF -

switches the radio on/off

$BRIGHTNESS -

changes the brightness of the display illumination

%Mains lead -

for AC mains supply

Pigtail aerial

improves FM reception

AUX

connects external audio source.

INSTALLATION

POWER SUPPLY

Check if the mains supply, as shown on the type plate located on the

bottom of the set, corresponds to your local mains supply. If it does not,

consult your dealer or service centre.

Connect the mains lead to the wall socket.

To disconnect the set from the mains supply completely, remove the plug from

the wall socket.

CLOCK MEMORY BACKUP

The clock memory backup allows your alarm and clock time settings to be stored

for up to a day when there is a power interruption e.g. mains failure. The com-

plete clock radio and display illumination will be switched off. As soon as the

mains supply returns, the display will indicate the correct time.

Remove the battery door to insert a 9 volt 6F22 type battery (not included) for

backup.

Replace the battery door.

NOTE:

If no backup battery is installed or the power interruption is prolonged, you

will need to set the clock and alarm times again.

Batteries contain chemical substances so should be disposed of

properly.

For users in the U.K.: please follow the instructions on the reverse of this

sheet.

The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.

ILLUMINATION BRIGHTNESS

Adjust the BRIGHTNESS switch to HI or LO

– HI to increase the brightness

– LO to select low illumination

RADIO

You can use this set solely as a radio!

Adjust

RADIO ON/OFF

to switch on the radio.

Select your waveband by adjusting the BAND switch

Adjust TUNING to tune to your desired station

Turn the VOLUME control to adjust the volume level

Adjust

RADIO ON/OFF

to OFF to switch off the radio.

To improve reception:

FM: extend and

position the pigtail for optimum reception

MW:

uses a built-in aerial inside the set. Direct the aerial by adjusting the

position of your set

SETTING THE CLOCK AND ALARM TIME

The time is displayed using the 24-hour clock

IMPORTANT!

To adjust the clock and alarm times accurately, always make sure

you press

UP / DOWN

separately and not simultaneously.

Turn the clock control to SET TIME or SET AL 1 or SET AL 2 to set the

clock or alarm time respectively.

Press

UP / DOWN

repeatedly or hold down on the respective button to adjust

the hours and minutes.

Release

UP / DOWN

when you reach the correct setting.

After you have set both the hour and minutes, turn the clock control to

CLOCK to run on clock time.

SELECTING THE ALARM MODE

GENERAL

If you wish to use the alarm, you must first set the alarm time first. You can choo-

se from two different alarm modes to wake you up: by radio or buzzer.

•

Select your choice of alarm mode by adjusting AL 1 or AL 2 to RADIO or

BUZ.

™

The buzzers are at a set volume and cannot be adjusted. BUZ on AL 1 is a

low tone buzzer while BUZ on AL 2 is a high tone.

SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM

There are three ways of switching off the alarm. Unless you cancel the alarm

completely, the 24 hour alarm reset option will be automatically selected after

59 minutes, from the time your alarm time 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 during the alarm call.

CANCELING THE ALARM COMPLETELY

To cancel the set alarm time before it goes off, or during the alarm call:

•

Adjust AL 1 or AL 2 to OFF position.

REPEAT ALARM

This repeats your alarm call at 6-7-minute intervals.

•

During the alarm call, press

REPEAT ALARM

SLEEP

About Sleep

This set has a built-in timer which enables the set to be automatically switched

off during radio playback after a set period of time. This allows you to lie back,

listen and fall asleep. The maximum sleep time is 59 minutes.

Setting SLEEP

Check that both the clock control is in CLOCK position and the radio is

switched off.

2To s

et the sleep function, do one of the following:

•

Press and hold

SLEEP

™

The display will begin to count down from 0:59 to 0:00 minutes.

•

Hold down

SLEEP

, and press

UP/DOWN

repeatedly to adjust sleep time from

59 minutes downward.

IMPORTANT!

1During SLEEP activation, if you attempt to cancel SLEEP by pressing RADIO

ON/OFF, the radio cannot be switched off.

2To switch off, press RADIO ON/OFF and REPEAT ALARM (SLEEP OFF) alternate-

ly and repeatedly.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

You can listen to the sound of the connected external device through your

AJ3231’s speakers.

Adjust the

BAND (MW/FM/AUX)

control to select AUX.

Connect the AUX-IN cable of the set to an AUDIO OUT or headphone jack on

an external device (such as CD player, or VCR).

Specifications

AC Power.............................................220 – 230 V / 50 Hz

Power Consumption

Active.......................................................................5.0 W

Standby....................................................................2.5 W

Dimensions (w x d x h)...................140 x 61 x 140 (mm)

Weight.....................................................................0.53 kg

SAFETY INFORMATION

•

Install the unit near the AC outlet and where the AC plug can be easily

reached.

•

Where the MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnet device

shall remain readily operable.

•

Place the set on a hard and flat surface so that the system does not tilt.

•

If you do not intend to use the set for a long time, withdraw the power plug

from the wall outlet. In addition to this, it is advisable to remove the battery

from the clock radio. This will prevent any danger of leakage and the clock

radio will not be damaged.

•

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.

•

Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 15cm between the ventilation

holes and surrounding surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build-up.

•

The ventilation should not be impeded by covering 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 appartus.

•

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the

apparatus.

•

To clean the set, use a soft, slightly dampened chamois leather. Do not use

any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as

these may harm the housing.

•

Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

herein may result in unsafe operation.

This set complies with the radio interference requirements of the

European Union.

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. Do not open the set as there is a risk of

electric shock.

Problem

–Possible Cause

• Remedy

No sound/power

–Volume not adjusted

• Adjust the volume

Occasional crackling sound during FM broadcast

–Weak signal

•

Adjust the position of the Pigtail

Continuous crackling/hiss disturbance during MW broadcast

–Electrical interference from TV, computer, fluorescent lamp, etc.

• Move set away from other electrical equipment

The alarm does not function

–

Alarm time not set and or alarm mode not selected

•Set

the alarm time and / select alarm mode

–Volume too low for RADIO

• Adjust the volume

–

Radio alarm not adjusted to radio station

• Tune to a radio station

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 special-

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 prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human

health.

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