Philips AJ3540s User Manual

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SAFETY

Clock Radio

AJ3540

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within your unit which 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: WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide

slot, and fully insert.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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AJ 3540

PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

NORTH AMERICA

P.O. Box 671539, Marietta, GA. 30006-0026, U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manu­facturer´s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speci­fied by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long peri­ods of time.

14.

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.

15.

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.

16.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

17.

Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (i.e. liquid filled
objects, lighted candles).

18.

This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these material may
be regulated due to enviromental considerations. For disposal or

recycling information, please contact your local authories or the
Electronic Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.

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Back View (see fig. 3 )

$ Battery door - opens to store a 9 volts 6F22 battery (not included) for clock

memory backup.

% TUNING - tunes to radio stations
^ FM/AM - selects FM/AM waveband
& BRIGHTNESS (High or Low) -selects display brightness
* Power cord - for power supply and to improve FM reception
( VOLUME - adjusts the sound level

INSTALLATION

POWER SUPPLY

1

Check if the power supply, as shown on the type plate located on the bot­tom of the set, corresponds to your local power supply. If it does not, consult

your dealer or service center.

2

Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.

3

To disconnect the set from the power supply completely, remove the
plug from the wall outlet.

SELECTING DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS

This set allows you to choose high or low brightness of display.

•

Adjust BRIGHTNESS switch (located on the rear of the set) to HIGH or LOW
position.

English

CONTROLS

Top View (see fig. 1 )

1 SET TIME /ALARM OFF

- sets the clock time

- stops the active alarm for 24 hours

- switches off the radio sleep function

2 SET ALARM 1 / SET ALARM 2 - sets the alarm time for alarm 1 / alarm 2
3 AL1/ AL2 /AL1+2 - selects which alarm(s) you want to set alarm time on
4 REPEAT ALARM - switches off the active alarm for a 7-8 minutes period
5 OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ

OFF: switches off the radio/alarm
ON: switches on the radio
AUTO: activates the radio for alarm
BUZZ: activates the buzzer for alarm

6 TIME SET 3 - to adjust time fast forward
7 TIME SET 4 - to adjust time back
8 SLEEP

- activates the radio for sleep function

- adjusts the sleep period

Front View (see fig. 2 )

9 ALARM 1 indicator - lights up when alarm 1 is activated.
0 ALARM 2 indicator - lights up when alarm 2 is activated.
! DISPLAY - shows the clock/alarm time and status of the setting
@ Frequency pointer - shows the radio frequency of your selected waveband
9 PM indicator - lights up when time is PM.

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. power failure. The com­plete clock radio and display illumination will be switched off. As soon as the
power supply returns, the display will indicate the correct time.

1

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

2

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 they should be disposed of
properly.

Standby power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2W

RADIO

You can use this set solely as a radio!

1

Adjust

OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ

to ON to switch on the radio.

2

Select your waveband by adjusting the

FM/AM

switch

.

3

Adjust TUNING to tune to your desired station

.

4

Turn the VOLUME control to adjust the volume level

.

5

Adjust

OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ

to OFF to switch off the radio.

To improve reception:

FM:

use the antenna built in the power cord. Adjust the position of the
power cord for optimum reception

.

AM:

uses a built-in antenna inside the set. Direct the antenna by adjust­ing the position of your set

.

SETTING THE CLOCK TIME

The time is displayed using the 12-hour clock with PM indicator (PM off = AM).

1

Hold down SET TIME/ALARM OFF.

2

Press

TIME SET 3

or 4 repeatedly, or hold down

TIME SET 3

or 4to adjust

minute and/or hour.

-

TIME SET 3

: to adjust time fast forward

-

TIME SET 4

: to adjsut time back

3

Release SET TIME/ALARM OFF and

TIME SET 3

or 4when you reach the

correct setting.

™ The set clock time will show on the display and start to run.

USING THE ALARM

This set allows you to set one alarm (alarm 1 or alarm 2), or set two alarms
simultaneously. This set also offers you two alarm modes: Auto (radio) and Buzz.

SETTING THE ALARM TIME

1

Hold down SET ALARM 1 or SET ALARM 2

2

Press TIME SET 3 or 4repeatedly, or hold down TIME SET 3 or 4to
adjust minute and/or hour.

3

Release SET ALARM 1 or SET ALARM 2, and TIME SET 3 or 4when you
reach the desired time setting. The display will return to the clock time.

SELECTING THE ALARM MODE

1

Adjust AL1/AL2/AL1+2 to AL1 (alarm 1), or AL2 (alarm 2), or AL1+2 (alarm 1
+ alarm 2) .

2

Select your choice of alarm mode by adjusting

OFF/ ON/ AUTO/ BUZZ

to

AUTO or BUZZ.

™

The corresponding alarm indicator(s) will light up.

Helpful Hint:

•

If you have selected the radio mode, make sure you have adjusted the volume
loud enough to wake you.

•

The buzzer is set at a fixed volume and cannot be adjusted.

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 SET TIME/ALARM OFF during the alarm call.

CANCELING THE ALARM COMPLETELY

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

•

Adjust OFF/ON/AUTO/BUZZ to OFF position.

REPEAT ALARM

This repeats your alarm call at 7-8-minute intervals.

1

During the alarm call, press

REPEAT ALARM

.

2

Repeat if desired for up to 59 minutes.

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

1

Set OFF/ON/AUTO/BUZZ to OFF position.

2

Set your sleep time by pressing on the SLEEP button. Keep your finger on the
button and the display will begin to count down from 0:59 to 0:00 minute.

™

To cancel sleep, press

SET TIME/ALARM OFF

.

™

To view the remaining sleep time, press SLEEP.

SAFETY INFORMATION

•

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.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
herein may result in unsafe operation.

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.

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 power cord

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

PHILIPS LIMITED WARRANTY

NINETY (90) DAY

WARRANTY COVERAGE:

PHILIPS warranty obligation is limited to the terms set forth
below.

WHO IS COVERED:

Philips warrants the product to the original purchaser or the
person receiving the product as a gift against defects in materi­als and workmanship as based on the date of original purchase
(“Warranty Period”) from an Authorized Dealer. The original
sales receipt showing the product name and the purchase date
from an authorized retailer is considered such proof.

WHAT IS COVERED:

The Philips warranty covers new products if a defect arises and
a valid claim is received by Philips within the Warranty Period.
At its option, Philips will either (1) repair the product at no
charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or (2)
exchange the product with a product that is new or which has
been manufactured from new, or serviceable used parts and is
at least functionally equivalent or most comparable to the origi­nal product in Philips current inventory, or (3) refund the origi­nal purchase price of the product.
Philips warrants replacement products or parts provided under
this warranty against defects in materials and workmanship
from the date of the replacement or repair for ninety (90) days
or for the remaining portion of the original product’s warranty,
whichever provides longer coverage for you. When a product
or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your
property and the replaced item becomes Philips’ property.
When a refund is given, your product becomes Philips’ proper­ty.

Note: Any product sold and identified as refurbished or
renewed carries a ninety (90) day limited warranty.

Replacement product can only be sent if all warranty
requirements are met. Failure to follow all require­ments can result in delay.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED - EXCLUSIONS AND LIM­ITATIONS:

This Limited Warranty applies only to the new products manu­factured by or for Philips that can be identified by the trade­mark, trade name, or logo affixed to it. This Limited Warranty
does not apply to any non-Philips hardware product or any
software, even if packaged or sold with the product. Non­Philips manufacturers, suppliers, or publishers may provide a
separate warranty for their own products packaged with the
bundled product.

Philips is not liable for any damage to or loss of any programs,
data, or other information stored on any media contained with­in the product, or any non-Philips product or part not covered
by this warranty. Recovery or reinstallation of programs, data
or other information is not covered under this Limited
Warranty.

This warranty does not apply (a) to damage caused by accident,
abuse, misuse, misapplication, or non-Philips product, (b) to
damage caused by service performed by anyone other than
Philips or Philips Authorized Service Location, (c) to a product
or a part that has been modified without the written permis­sion of Philips, or (d) if any Philips serial number has been
removed or defaced, or (e) product, accessories or consum­ables sold “AS IS” without warranty of any kind by including
refurbished Philips product sold “AS IS” by some retailers.

This Limited Warranty does not cover:

• Shipping charges to return defective product to Philips.

• 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 improper
installation, connections to improper voltage supply, abuse,
neglect, misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause
not within the control of Philips.

• Damage or claims for products not being available for use, or
for lost data or lost software.

• Damage occurring to product during shipping.

•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.

•A product used for commercial or institutional purposes
(including but not limited to rental purposes).

• Product lost in shipment and no signature verification receipt
can be provided.

• Failure to operate per Owner’s Manual.

TO OBTAIN ASSISTANCE IN THE U.S.A., PUERTO
RICO, OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS…

Contact Philips Customer Care Center at:

1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477)

TO OBTAIN ASSISTANCE IN CANADA…

1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477) - (English or Spanish
Speaking)

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR THE CON­SUMER. PHILIPS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDEN­TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PROD­UCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICA­BLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILI­TY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS
PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION
OF THIS WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusions or limitation of inci­dental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.

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