Philips DC185 User Manual

Docking Entertainment System

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Important notes for users in the U.K.

Mains plug

This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug.To change a fuse

in this type of plug proceed as follows:

1. Remove fuse cover and fuse.

2. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp,A.S.T.A. or BSI

approved type.

3. Refit the fuse cover.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be
cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug
contains a fuse, this should have a value of 3 Amp. If a plug without a
fuse is used, the fuse at the distribution board should not be greater
than 3 Amp.
Note:The severed plug must be disposed of to avoid a possible shock
hazard should it be inserted into a 13 Amp socket elsewhere.

How to connect a plug

The wires in the mains lead are coloured with the following code:
blue = neutral (N), brown = live (L). As these colours may not corre­spond with the colour markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:

• Connect the blue wire to the terminal marked N or coloured black.

• Connect the brown wire to the terminal marked L or coloured red.

• Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug,
marked E (or e) or coloured green (or green and yellow).
Before replacing the plug cover, make certain that the cord grip is
clamped over the sheath of the lead - not simply over the two wires.

Copyright in the U.K.

Recording and playback of material may require consent. See Copyright
Act 1956 and The Performer’s Protection Acts 1958 to 1972.

Hearing Safety

Listen at a moderate volume.

• Using headphones at a high volume can impair your hearing. This

product can produce sounds in decibel ranges that may cause hearing

loss for a normal person, even for exposure less than a minute. The

higher decibel ranges are offered for those that may have already

experienced some hearing loss.

• Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level"

adapts to higher volumes of sound. So after prolonged listening, what

sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. To

guard against this, set your volume to a safe level before your hearing

adapts and leave it there.

To establish a safe volume level:

• Set your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clear-

ly, without distor tion.

Listen for reasonable periods of time:

• Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally "safe" levels, can also

cause hearing loss.

• Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and take appropriate

breaks.

Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using

your headphones.

• Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time.

• Be careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts.

• Do not turn up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around

you.

•You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially

hazardous situations.

• Do not use headphones while operating a motorized vehicle, cycling,

skateboarding, etc.; it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many

areas.

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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

– 1X power cable
– 3 X dock doors (for different iPod types)
– 1X AUX-IN cable

CONTROLS

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(See 1)

POWER

– switches the system on or to standby mode

SOURCE

– selects TUNER/iPod/USB/AUX modes

iPod MENU

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enters the iPod menu

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returns upper-level menu in iPod mode

MODE

–

press and hold to scan and store radio stations.

DBB

–

enhances bass effect

VOLUME -/+

–

adjusts the sound level

¡1 / 2™

– tunes to radio stations
– selects previous/next tracks in the iPod/USB mode

2;

– starts/pauses playback in the iPod/USB mode

PRESET -/+

– selects a preset radio station
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(USB) toggles track/album playback options e.g. repeat or random order mode.

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Dock connector

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connects iPod player

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USB jack

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connects an external USB mass storage device

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FM antenna

– improves FM reception

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AUX IN jack (3.5 mm)

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connects to external audio source

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3.5 mm stereo headphone socket

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POWER jack

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socket for power cable

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Battery door

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open to insert 6 x 1.5V

Note:

Some keys on DC185 correspond to different keys of an iPod. For detailed
functions in different modes, please see the following table.

Function

Keys on DC185

iPod menu Menu Menu
PRESET + Repeat navigation up
PRESET - shuffle navigation down

¡1

2™

2;

R-14/ UM2/ C-cells

iPod playback mode iPod menu mode

press and hold: fast backward
press: previous track

press and hold: fast forward
press: next track

play/pause OK

Menu

OK

POWER SUPPLY

Whenever convenient, use the mains supply cord if you want to conserve
battery life. Make sure you remove the plug from the set and wall outlet
before inserting batteries.

Batteries (not included)

1 Open the battery compartment and insert six batteries, type R-14, UM-2 or

C-cells, (preferably alkaline) with the correct polarity as indicated by the "+"
and "–" symbols inside the compartment. (See 1)

2 Replace the compartment door, making sure the batteries are firmly and cor-

rectly in place. The set is now ready to operate.

– Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be dis-

posed of properly.

– Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

• Incorrect use of batteries can cause
electrolyte leakage and will corrode the
compartment or cause the batteries to burst:

• Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon 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.

Using AC Mains

1 Check if the power/mains voltage, 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 AC MAINS inlet and the wall socket. The

mains lead is now connected and ready for use.

3 To switch the set off completely, withdraw the power cord from the wall

socket.

4 Install the unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be eas-

ily reached.

• Disconnect the mains lead from the wall socket to protect your set during
heavy thunderstorms. Children could seriously injure themselves as the free
end of the cable may still be live if only the connector is removed from the
MAINS socket at the back of the unit.

• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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

BASIC OPERATION

Switching on the system

•Press POWER.

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The system will switch to the last selected source.

Switching the system to standby mode

• In any source mode, press POWER.

TUNER

Press

SOURCE

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Display shows the radio frequency of the last selected waveband. Your pre­set station is also shown if you are listening to a preset.

2

Adjust the sound using VOLUME

3 To select preset stations, press PRESET -/+ once or repeatedly.

TUNING TO RADIO STATIONS

1 Press and hold

™ After the system tunes to a station of sufficient reception, display shows its

frequency.

•To tune to a weak station, press

To improve reception (FM):

Extend and position the pigtail fully to obtain optimum reception.

Manual programming

You can store up to 20 FM radio stations in the memory.

1 Tune to your desired station (see TUNING TO RADIO STATIONS).
2

Press
desired preset number

3

Press

4

Press

Automatic programming

1

Press and hold
™Available radio stations will be automatically stored.

DOCK

By connecting the iPod to your DC185, you can listen to the music stored in iPod
player through the powerful speakers of the set.

repeatedly to switch on the radio (FM only).

-/+.

¡1/2™

until the frequency in the display starts changing.

¡1/2™

optimal reception is found.

MODE to activate the programming, and then press PRESET -/+ to select a

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MODE again to confirm.
PRESET -/+ to listen to a preset station.

MODE for more than two seconds.

briefly and repeatedly until an

COMPATIBLE PORTABLE PLAYERS

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The docking entertainment system is compatible with all the existing Apple
iPod models with 30-pin connector.

PLAYING iPod U SING DC185

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Remove the top cover of dock.

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Snap the compatible iPod into the dock connector.

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Press SOURCE repeatedly to switch on the iPod mode.

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Make sure that you have powered on Apple iPod before selecting iPod source.

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On the DC185’s display, “iPod” is displayed when iPod is connected.

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he connected iPod player will play automatically.

Notes:

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By using the buttons ( 2;, ¡1, 2™ and VOLUME ) on the DC185, the following
playback features are available: Play/Pause, selecting next/previous track, and
changing volume.

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The buttons ( 2;, ¡1, 2™ and VOLUME ) on the DC185 can work only with
playback of the audio contents stored on the docked player.

– To navigate the iPod menu, you may use iPod MENU,

on the set.

– For iPod operations and features, refer to the user manual of your iPod player.

– This set does not support iPod video output.

Charging iPod battery with the dock

• In iPod/Tuner/Veille/AUX mode, directly dock your iPod portable player on the cra-

dle for charging.

Using a USB mass storage device

• By connecting a USB mass storage device to the system, you can enjoy the

device's stored music through the system's powerful speakers.

¡1 / 2™

and 2; buttons

Compatible USB mass storage devices:

You can use

– USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)
– USB flash player (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)
Notes:

In some USB flash players (or memory devices), the stored contents are recorded
using copyright protection technology. Such protected contents will be unplayable
on any other devices (such as DC185 device).

INFORMATION REGARDING USB DIRECT:

1. Compatibility of the USB connection on this system:

a) This product supports most USB Mass storage devices (MSD) that are compliant to

the USB MSD standards.

i) Most common Mass storage class devices are flash drives, memory sticks, jump

drives and etc.

ii) If you see a "Disc Drive" showing up on your computer after you have plugged the

mass storage device into your computer, most likely it is MSD compliant and it will
work with this system.

b) If your Mass storage device requires a battery/power source please make sure you

have a fresh battery inserted or charge the USB device before connecting to the
system.

2. Supported Music type:

a) This device only supports unprotected music with the following file extension:

.mp3

.wma

b) Music bought from on-line music stores are not supported because they are secured

by Digital Rights Management protection (DRM).

c) File name extensions that end with the following are not supported:

wav; .m4a; .m4p; mp4; .aac and etc.

3. Playback of audio files through the system's speakers is not possible if you connect

directly from your computer to the USB socket.

Supported formats:

– USB or memory file format FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512-4096 bytes)
– MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 Kbps and variable bit rate
– WMA v9 or earlier
– Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels
– Number of albums/ folders: maximum 99
– Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999
– ID3 tag v2.0 or later
– File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum length: 128 bytes)

The system will not play or support the following:
– Empty albums: an empty album is an album that does not contain MP3/WMA files,

and will not be shown in the display.

– Non-supported file formats are skipped. This means that e.g.: Word documents

.doc or MP3 files with extension .dlf are ignored and will not be played.
– AAC, WAV, PCM audio files
– DRM protected WMA files
– WMA files in Lossless format.

PLAYING A USB MASS STORAGE DEVICE

1

Make sure your DC185 is being powered on by AC mains.

2

Press SOURCE repeatedly to select the USB mode.

3

Plug a compatible USB mass storage device to DC185’s USB port marked .

If needed, use a suitable USB cable to connect between the device and

DC185’s USB port.

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The device will automatically power on.

• If the device is not powered on, turn on the power manually, then re-connect it.

PROGRAMING TRACK NUMBERS

1

Press

MODE

2

Press ¡1 / 2™ to select a desired album number.

™

3

Press

4

Press ¡1 / 2™ to select a desired track number.

™

5

Press

6

Repeat steps 2-5 to select and store all desired tracks.

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To start playback of your programme, press 2;.

Helpful hints:

– Up to 999 playable audio files stored on a USB mass storage device can be

played on DC185.
– Up to 99 playable albums stored on a USB mass storage device can be select-

ed and displayed on DC185.
– Make sure that file names of MP3 files end with .mp3. and the file names of

WMA files end with .wma.
– For DRM protected WMA files, use Windows Media Player 10 (or later) for

conversion. Visit www.microsoft.com for details about Windows Media

Player and WM DRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management).
– For USB device playing, if the display shows "OL", it means that the USB

device is electrically overloading DC185. You need to change a USB device.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

You can listen to the sound of the connected external device through your
DC185’s speakers.

1

Press

2

Use the supplied AUX-IN cable to connect DC185’s AUX IN jack to an AUDIO

OUT or headphone jack on an external equipment (such as CD player, or VCR).

to enter the programming mode.

The current album number flashes.

MODE

to confirm.

The current track number flashes.

MODE

to confirm.

SOURCE

repeatedly to select AUX mode.

Safety information

• Place the set on a hard, flat and stable surface so that the system does

not tilt.

• Do not expose the set, batteries, CDs to humidity, r ain, sand or exces-

sive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.

• Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.

• Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 6 inches between the

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

• The ventilation should be impeded by covering the ventilation open-

ings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc..

• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the

apparatus.

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

the apparatus.

• The mechanical parts of the set contain

self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated.

•To clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents con-

taining alcohol,
ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the housing.

• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the dis-

connect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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 centre.

WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this

No sound

– Volume not adjusted

• Adjust the volume

Intermittent crackling sound during FM reception

– Weak signal

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Dock operation

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• The buttons on DC185 can control playback of audio contents only. To navigate the

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will invalidate the guarantee. Do not open the set as there is a risk of
electric shock!

Extend and position the pigtail aerial

The menu navigation or photo playback of the docked player cannot be car-

ried out through the buttons on DC185.

menu, use the controls on the docked player.

Disposal of your old product

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product
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.

Environmental information

All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted. The packaging can be
easily separated into three materials: cardboard, polystyrene and plastic.

Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a spe­cialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal
of packaging, dead batteries and old equipment.

AUSTRALIA -

Philips Manufacturers Warranty for Australia only

These warranty conditions are valid for the
following consumer electronics products:
Colour Televisions, Projection TV, Plasma &
LCD TV, Video Cassette Recorders, CD
Recorders & Players, DVD Players, DVD
Recorders, DVD Recorders with HDD, Audio
Systems, Home Theatre systems, Digital Set
Top Box & Portable Audio products.

The benefits given to the purchaser by this
warranty are in addition to all other rights
and remedies which the purchaser has in
respect of the product under the Trade
Practices Act or other Commonwealth or
State Law.

Philips Consumer Electronics warrants its products to
the purchaser as follows and subject to the stated
conditions.

1 Year Free Repair Service - at Philips ASC

Colour Television, Plasma Television, LCD Television,
Projection Televsion, DVDR/VCR Combo, DVD
Recorders with Hard Drive, LCD Projectors, Wireless
Audio Systems, Audio Systems, Home Theatre
Systems & Digital Set-Top-Box.

1 Year free Replacement – at your Retailer

Por table Audio, MP3 Infotainment products, Video
Cassette recorders, DVD Player, DVD/VCR Combo
Player, DVD Recorder without HDD & Portable
DVD/LCD players.

Conditions of Repair Warranty

1.

All claims for warranty ser vice should be made to
your nearest Philips Authorised Ser vice Centre or the
Philips Technology Care Centre. Reasonable evidence
of date of purchase must be provided.

2.

This warranty extends only to defects in material or
workmanship occurring under normal use of the product
when operated in accordance with the instructions.

3.

If a replacement product is supplied under the repair
policy it is warranted, under this warranty, for the
remainder of the warranty of the original purchased
product only.

4.

Home service is provided only within the normal
service area of one of our recommended Authorised
Service Centres (ASC). It will be provided for
television receivers only with a screen side of 67cms
or above (product includes CRT, LCD TV, PTV, and
Plasma TV). Televisions with screen side less than
67cms and all other products types are to be taken or
sent by the consumer to the workshop of your
nearest Authorised Service Centre, at the Consumer’s
expense.

5.

This Manufacturers Warranty is limited to 3 months
for the above listed Consumer Electronics products if
used in commercial applications.

6.

Philips may, at its discretion choose to replace rather
than repair any product covered by this warranty.

7.

Product accessories are covered by the same
warranty period. Please contact the Philips Technology

Warranty valid for all new products purchased after 1

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Care Centre for free replacement of faulty accessories.

8.

This Manufacturers Warranty is neither transferable
nor valid in countries other than Australia.

This warranty does not cover:

a) Mileage or travel outside the normal service area

covered by selected Authorised Ser vice Centre.

b) Service costs arising from failure to correctly
adjust the controls of the product or to observe the
instructions, or inspections that reveal that the
product is in normal working order.

c) Product failures caused by misuse, neglect,
accidental breakage, transit damage, inexpert repairs
or modification by un-authorised persons, external
fires, lightning strikes, floods, vermin infestation or
liquid spillage.

d) Cleaning of video or audio heads.

e) Inadequate receiving antennae.

f) Replacement of worn or used batteries or other

consumables.

g) Consumer products used in commercial applications
(This warranty is limited to 3 months only).

h) Second hand products.

The conditions contained in this warranty
card replace and override the provision of
the Philips World-Wide Guarantee for
products purchased in Australia and used in
Australia.

Service is provided through more than 100
accredited Authorised Service Centres throughout
Australia. For direct contact with the nearest
recommended Authorised Service Centre in capital
& regional cities/towns

Authorised Service Centre Network

1300 361 392

Customer support is provided in Australia by our
trained call centre staff. For assistance with product
features and specifications, please call

Technology Care Centre

1300 363 391

Please record the following information for
your records and keep in a safe place.
We recommend retaining your purchase
receipt to assist with any warranty claim.

Model number:....................................................

Serial number:....................................................

Date of purchase:....................................................

Retailer:....................................................

Philips Consumer Electronics

a division of Philips Electronics Australia Limited
ABN 24 008 445 743,
Level 1, 65 Epping Road NORTH RYDE NSW 2113.

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January 2007

NEW ZEALAND -

Thank-you for purchasing this quality Philips product.

Philips New Zealand Ltd guarantees this product against defective components and faulty
workmanship for a period of 12 months. Any defect in materials or workmanship occurring
within 12 months from the date of purchase subject to the following conditions will be rectified

free of charge by the retailer from whom this product was purchased.

Conditions

1. The product must have been purchased in New Zealand.As proof of purchase, retain the

original sales docket indicating the date of purchase.

2. The guarantee applies only to faults caused by defective components, or faulty workmanship

on the part of the manufacturer.

3. The guarantee does not cover failures caused by misuse, neglect, normal wear and tear,

accidental breakage, use onthe incorrect voltage, use contrary to operating instructions,
or unauthorised modification to the product or repair by an unauthorised technician.

4. Reasonable evidence (in the form of a sales docket) must be supplied to indicate that the

product was purchased no more than 12 months prior to the date of your claim.

5. In the event of a failure, Philips shall be under no liability for any injury, or any loss or

damage caused to property or products other than the product under guarantee.

This guarantee does not prejudice your rights under common law and statute,
and is in addition to the normal responsibilities of the retailer and Philips.

How to claim

Should your Philips product fail within the guarantee period, please return it to the
retailer from whom it was purchased. In most cases the retailer will be able to
satisfactorily repair or replace the product.

However, should the retailer not be able to conclude the matter satisfactorily, or if you
have other difficulties claiming under this guarantee, please contact

The Guarantee Controller
Philips New Zealand Ltd.
4 P.O. Box 41.021
Auckland
3 (09) 84 94 160

(09) 84 97 858

fax 3

Guarantee and Service for New Zealand

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