Philips docking station for iPod/iPhone DCB242 DCB242/79 Leaflet

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User manual
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 plug of the Direct Plug-in Adapter 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.
2011 © 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.
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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
  
Turn on the unit or switch to standby mode.
• 
b  REPEAT ALARM/BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
Repeat the alarm.
• 
Adjust the display brightness.
• 
c  Dock for iPod/iPhone
Load an iPod/iPhone.
• 
d SOURCE
Select a source: iPod/iPhone, DAB+/FM tuner, or MP3 link.
• 
e FM antenna
Improve FM reception.
• 
f MP3-LINK
Jack for an external audio device.
• 
g DC 9V
Power supply socket.
• 
h OK/
Start or pause iPod/iPhone play.
• 
Confirm selection.
• 
i PRESET +  /PRESET - 
Select a preset radio station.
• 
Navigate through the iPod/iPhone 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 iPod/iPhone 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.
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Overview of the remote control
  
a POWER
Turn on the unit or switch to standby mode.
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b MENU
Select the iPod/iPhone menu.
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c SLEEP
Set the sleep timer.
• 
d PRESET +  /PRESET - 
Select a preset radio station.
• 
Navigate through the iPod/iPhone menu.
• 
Adjust time.
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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 iPod/iPhone play.
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Confirm selection. 
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g MP3 LINK
Select external audio device source.
• 
h iPod/iPhone
Select iPhone or iPod source.
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i INFO
Select different types of DAB+ station information.
• 
In FM mode, select RDS information.
• 
j  + VOL -
Adjust volume.
• 
k  AL 1/AL 2
Set the alarm timer.
• 
Turn off the alarm tone.
• 
View alarm settings.
• 
l DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass enhancement.
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Select a preset sound setting.
• 
m REP AL/BRIGHTNESS
Adjust the display brightness.
• 
Repeat the alarm.
• 
n  SET TIME/AUTO SCAN
Set the time and date.
• 
Scan radio stations automatically.
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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. 
  
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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.
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.
 
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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 hold SET TIME/AUTO SCAN for 2 
seconds.
 
» [SYNC ON] is displayed and [ON] begins to blink.
2
 Press 
PRESET + 
/PRESET - 
 to select ON or OFF.
If you select 
 
»
[ON], the unit reads the DAB+ or iPod/iPhone 
time and sets the clock automatically.
If you select 
 
»
[OFF], the unit turns off the time synchronization. 
3
 Press 
SET TIME/AUTO SCAN to confirm.The time format 
[24H] or [12H] begins to blink.
4
 Press 
PRESET + 
/PRESET - 
 to select 24H or 12H.
5
 Press 
SET TIME/AUTO SCAN to 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 iPod/iPhone that transmits the time signal.
Turn on
1
 Press 
POWER on the remote control.
The unit switches to the last selected source.
 
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DC 9V    1.9A
MP3-LINK
DC 9V    1.9A
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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. 
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.
 
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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 (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)
• 
iPod classic
• 
iPod with video 
• 
iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)
• 
iPod with color display
• 
iPod mini
• 
iPhone 4
• 
iPhone 3GS
• 
iPhone 3G
• 
iPhone 
• 
Listen to the iPod/iPhone
1
 
Lift up the iPod/iPhone dock cover on the top panel.
 
2
 
Place the iPod/iPhone into the dock.
  
3
 Press 
iPod/iPhone 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 + 
 on 
the remote control.
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/DAB repeatedly 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.