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AJ 3081 Clock Radio

PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• REMEDY
No sound
Volume not adjusted.
Adjust the volume.
AM broadcast cannot be received properly
Weak radio signal.
Rotate the set for better reception and make
sure the set is placed on a non-metallic surface.
Continuous crackling and hiss noise during AM
reception
Interference from other electrical equipment
e.g. TV’s, computers, fluorescent lamps.
Move the clock radio away from electrical
equipment.
Intermittent crackling sound during FM reception
Weak signal.
Adjust the built-in power cord aerial.
The alarm does not function
The alarm is not set
Set the alarm time and the alarm switch to BUZ
or RAD.
Volume too low for radio.
Increase the volume.
The slumber does not function
RADIO still in ON position.
Switch RADIO to OFF position.
Clock control in TIMESET or ALARM position.
Adjust clock control to RUN position.
All unnecessary packaging material has been
omitted. We have tried to make the packaging
easy ta separate into three mono-materials:
cardboard (box), expandable polystyrene (buffer),
polyethylene (bags).
Your set consists of materials which can be
recycled if disassembled by a specialized
company. Please observe the local regulations
regarding the disposal of packing materials, dead
batteries and old equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

Troubleshooting

CANADA

English: This digital apparartus does not exceed the Class B limits for noise emissions fromdigital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the CanadianDepartment of Communications.Français:Cet appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limitesapplicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le Régelement surle Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications duCanada.
1.Check if the mains voltage as shown on the
type plate on the base of the set corresponds to
your local power supply.
2.Connect the power plug into the wall outlet.
The power supply is now switched on and the
numbers on the display will start to flash. You
will need to set the correct time.
3.To disconnect the set from the power
completely, withdraw the power plug from the
wall outlet.
You can use the clock radio solely as a radio.
1.Set the RADIO switch to ON.
2.Select your waveband using the BAND switch.
3.Use TUNING to find your radio station.
4.Adjust the sound with the VOLUME control.
5.To turn off the radio, set the RADIO switch to
OFF.
To improve radio reception
For AM, the set is provided with a built-in
antenna which to function best should be
placed on a non-metallic surface e.g. wood,
plastic. Direct the AM antenna by adjusting the
position of your clock radio.
For FMreception there is an antenna wire
built-in into the power cord. You should adjust
the power cord slightly to obtain optimum
reception.
Clock display
The time is displayed using the 12-hour clock
system where the PMindicator lights up (on = PM,
off = AM) in the top left corner of the display.
Important!
When setting the clock alarm time, for accurate
hour and minute adjustment always make sure
you press the HRand MINbuttons separately and
not simultaneously.
Adjusting the time
1.Adjust the CLOCK control to the TIME SET
position.
2.Press and hold down the HRor MIN buttons to
set and adjust both the hours and the minutes.
With your finger held down on HR, the hour
will increase, shown as a digit from 00to 12.
With your finger held down on MIN, the
minutes will increase, shown as a digit from
00to 59.
3.Release the HRor MIN button when you have
reached the correct setting.
4.To safeguard the clock time from being
accidentally adjusted, turn the CLOCK control to
the RUN position.
6:45
CLOCKFM/AM RADIOMAINS CONNECTION

Installation/Radio Clock Slumbering Additional Information

General
If you wish to use the alarm, then you should first
set the alarm time. There is a choice of two modes
for waking you up: by buzzer or radio.
The display also indicates whether you have
switched on the alarm, shown as a dot next to
ALARM in the display.
1.Adjust the CLOCK control to the ALARM
position.
2.Press and hold down the HRor MINbuttons to
set and adjust both the hours and minutes.
With your finger held down on HR, the hour
will increase, shown as a digit from 00to 12.
With your finger held down on MIN, the
minutes will increase, shown as a digit from
00to 59.
3.Release the HRor MIN buttons when you have
reached the correct setting.
4.Adjust the CLOCK control to the RUN position to
return to clock time display.
To review your set alarm time, adjust the
CLOCK control to the ALARM position.
5.To select the alarm mode you wish to be
awoken by, set the respective ALARM switch to
RADor BUZ.
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.
You can switch off the alarm in three ways.
Unless you choose to cancel the alarm completely,
the ALARM RESET option will be automatically
selected after 1 hour and 59 minutes from the time
your alarm first goes off.
ALARM RESET
If you want the alarm mode to be stopped
immediately, but also wish to repeat the alarm call
at the same time for the following day:
Press ALARM RESET during the alarm call.
REPEATALARM
This will repeat your alarm call at 9 minutes
intervals.
Press SLUMBEROFF/REPEAT ALARM.
Press SLUMBEROFF/REPEAT ALARM again during
the next call if you wish to repeat the alarm
call.
If, however, you do not press SLUMBER
OFF/REPEATALARM again, the alarm will sound
for 1 hour and 59 minutes before turning itself
off. Your alarm time setting will then
automatically enter the ALARM RESET mode to
sound at the same time next day.
Switching off the alarm completely
Before or during the set alarm goes off, push
the ALARM switch to the OFF position.
The alarm indicator will disappear from the
display.
ALARM OFFALARM ONSETTING THE ALARM

Alarm

100 • 104 • 108
Megahartz
FM
1000 1300 1600
kilohertz
AM
FM
Megahartz
88 • 92 • 96 •
AM
kilohertz
530 630 800
PM
ALARM
PM
ALARM
REPEAT ALARM
REPEAT ALARM
SLUMBER OFF
SLUMBER OFF
FM
AM
VOLUME
TUNING
ALARM RESET
BAND
BAND
RUN
ALARM
TIME SET
SLUMBER
FM
AM
VOLUME
TUNING
ALARM RESET
RUN
ALARM
TIME SET
SLUMBER
HR
MIN
HR
MIN
AJ3081
FM/MW Clock Radio
AJ3081
FM/AM Clock Radio
3140 115 xxxx x Printed in Hong Kong TC Text/RB/0005

PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY

A Division of Philips Electronics North America CorporationKnoxville, Tennessee 37914-1810, U.S.A.

LIMITED WARRANTY

SAFETY

The clock radio has a built-in timer device called
the SLUMBER, which enables the radio to be
automatically switched off after 59 minutes.
SLUMBER allows you to lie back, listen and fall
asleep.
1.Check that the CLOCK control is in the RUN
position.
2.Set the RADIO switch to the OFF position.
3.Set your slumber time by pressing the
SLUMBER button once.
The display shows the slumber period 0:59.
To cancel the SLUMBER function, or to switch
off before the slumber period ends, press
SLUMBEROFF/REPEAT ALARM.
Notes:
The slumber function does not affect the alarm
setting.
If during SLUMBER you have turned down the
volume and you have an alarm set in radio
mode, make sure you have adjusted the volume
loud enough to wake you up the next day.
If you do not intend to use the clock radio for a
long time, disconnect the set by removing the
plug from the wall outlet. The battery should
also be removed to prevent chemical leakage
which will damage your set.
To clean your set from fingerprints, dust and
dirt, use a clean and soft damp cloth or chamois
leather. Do not use cleaning products which
contain benzene, thinner etc. as these may
harm the housing.
When a power failure occurs, the complete
clock radio will be switched off.
As soon as the power supply returns, the
numbers on the display will start to flash. This
indicates that you must set the correct time on
the clock.
To retain the clock time and the set alarm time
in the event of a power failure or disconnection,
insert a 9 voltbattery, type 6F22 (not supplied)
into the battery compartment: this will act as a
power back up. However, the time will not be
illuminated on the clock display. Operation of
the alarm and FM/AM radio are also excluded.
For clarity, the battery back up is used to retain
the set clock and alarm time only.
As soon as the power supply returns, the
display will indicate the correct time.
1. Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.
2. Insert a battery into the battery compartment.
Replace the battery once a year or as often as
necessary.
POWERBREAKDOWN BACKUPMAINTENANCESLUMBER OFF
0:59
SLUMBER ONSLUMBER
1ALARM RESET to stop the active alarm for 24 hours
2SLUMBER to activate slumber time
3CLOCK:
RUN To return to clock time display after
setting clock/alarm time
ALARM To adjust/review ALARM
TIME SET To adjust clock time
HR To adjust the hours for the clock and
alarm time
MIN To adjust the minutes for the clock and
alarm time
4SLUMBEROFF / REPEAT
ALARM to switch off slumber
to stop the active alarm for a 9 minute
period
5Display with alarm and PM indicators
6BAND to select FM-AM band
7VOLUME for adjusting the volume
8TUNING to tune to radio stations
9RADIO to switch radio mode ON/OFF
0ALARM:
OFF to switch off alarm
RAD (io) to activate radio for alarm setting
BUZ (zer) to activate buzzer for alarm setting
!Battery door for power backup battery
@Power cord for AC power supply
antenna for FM reception

ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL

arrêt de l’alarme pour 24 heures
activation de la fonction arrêt programmé
Pour réafficher l'heure d'horloge après avoir réglé
l’heure/l’alarme
Réglage/vérification de l’alarme
Réglage de l’heure
Réglage des heures pour l’heure et l’alarme
Réglage des minutes pour l’heure et l’alarme
arrêt de la fonction arrêt programmé
arrêt de l’alarme pour 9 minutes
avec indicateurs d’alarme et PM
choix de la bande d’ondes(FM-AM)
réglage du volume
accord sur l’émetteur
pour allumer (ON)/éteindre(OFF) la radio
arrêt complet de l’alarme
réveil par la radio à l’heure de réveil
réveil par la sonnerie à l’heure de réveil
pour la pile de relais
branchement au secteur
antenne pour la réception en FM
para apagar el despertador activado para 24 horas
para activar el tiempo de dormitado
para que el visor vuelva a mostrar la hora del reloj después
de haber ajustado el reloj/despertador
para ajustar/verificar la hora de despertarse
para ajustar el reloj
para ajustar las horas para el reloj y el despertador
para ajustar los minutos para el reloj y el despertador
para cancelar la función de dormitado
para apagar el despertador activado por 9 minutos
Con indicadores del despertador y PM
para seleccionar la banda de ondas(FM-AM)
para ajustar el volumen
para sintonizar la emisora de radio deseada
para encender (ON)/apagar (OFF)la radio
para despertarse a la hora de despertarse
para despertarse con la radio a la hora de despertarse
para apagar el despertador ALARM
para la pile de respaldo
para la conexión a la red
antena para la FM
100 104 108
Megahartz
FM
1000 1300 1600
kilohertz
AM
FM
Megahartz
88 92 96
AM
kilohertz
530 630 800
PM
ALARM 1
ALARM 2
PM
ALARM
FM
AM
VOLUME
TUNING
REPEAT ALARM
AJ3081
FM/AM Clock Radio
SLUMBER OFF
ALARM RESET
BAND
RUN
ALARM
TIME SET
SLUMBER
HR
MIN
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OFFRADBUZ
ON OFF
ALARM
RADIO
SLUMBER OFF
REPEAT ALARM
FM
AM
VOLUME
SLUMBER
ALARM RESET
RUN
ALARM
TIME SET
TUNING
HR
MIN
AJ3081
FM/AM Clock Radio
90@!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS –

Read before operating equipment
This product was designed and manufactured to meet
strict quality and safety standards. There are, however,
some installation and operation precautions which you
should be particularly aware of.
1. Read these instructions– All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Keep these instructions– The safety and
operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Heed all warnings– All warnings on the
appliance and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions– All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water– for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming
pool, etc.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth. The appliance
should be cleaned only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
7. Install in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions. Do not block any of the ventilation
openings.For example, the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface or
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or
cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
8. Do not install near any heat sourcessuch as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the
safetypurpose 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. When 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 particulary 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 a 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.
EL 4562-E004: 99/3

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electricshock, do not expose this applianceto rain or moisture.
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.
Know these safety symbols
TThisbolt of lightning indicates uninsu
lated material
within your unit may caus
e an electrical shock. For
the safety of everyone in your household, please
do not remove product covering.
SThisexclamation point calls attention to features for
which you should read the enclosed literature closely
to prevent operating and maintenance problems.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
AC
Polarized Plug
PORTABLEAUDIO
90 Days Free Exchange
This product must be carried in for an exchange.
WHOIS COVERED?
You must have proof of purchase to exchange the product.
A sales receipt or other document showing that you
purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.
Attach it to this owner’s manual and keep both nearby.
WHATIS COVERED?
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.
For 90 days thereafter, a defective or inoperative product
will be replaced with a new, renewed or comparable
product at no charge to you. A replacement product is
covered only for the original warranty period. When the
warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on
the replacement product also expires.
WHATIS EXCLUDED?
Your warranty does not cover:
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
misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause
not within the control of Philips Consumer Electronics
Company.
reception problems caused by signal conditions or
cable or antenna systems outside the unit.
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.
incidental or consequential damages resulting from the
product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusion may not apply to you. This includes, but is
not limited to, prerecorded material, whether
copyrighted or not copyrighted.)
a product used for commercial or institutional
purposes.
WHERE ISEXCHANGE AVAILABLE?
You may exchange the product in all countries where the
product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer
Electronics Company. In countries where Philips
Consumer Electronics Company does not distribute the
product, the local Philips service organization will attempt
to provide a replacement product (although there may be
a delay if the appropriate product is not readily available).
BEFORE REQUESTING EXCHANGE...
Please check your owner’s manual before requesting an
exchange. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may
save you a trip.
EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN U.S.A.,
PUERTORICO OR U.S. VIRGINISLANDS...
Contact your dealer to arrange an exchange. Or, ship the
product, insured and freight prepaid, and with proof of
purchase enclosed, to the address listed below.
Small Product Service Center
Philips Service Company
907 Snapps Ferry Road
Plant 2, Building 6
Greeneville, TN 37743
(In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands, all implied
warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the
duration of this express warranty. But, because some states
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may
last, this limitation may not apply to you.)
EXCHANGINGA PRODUCT IN CANADA...
Please contact Philips at:
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking)
(In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other
warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied,
including any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under
any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special,
incidental or consequential damages, howsoever incurred,
even if notified of the possibility of such damages.)
TO GET OUT-OF-WARRANTYEXCHANGE...
In U.S.A., Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands, contact Philips
Service Company at (800) 851-8885 to obtain the cost of out-
of-warranty exchange. Then carefully pack the product and
ship it to the Small Product Service Center (address listed
above). In Canada, call the phone number listed above uner
“Exchanging a Product in Canada” to obtain the cost of out-
of-warranty exchange.
REMEMBER...
Please record the model and serial numbers found on the
product below. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty
registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify
you if necessary.
MODEL# __________________________________
SERIAL# __________________________________
EL4966E004 / MAC 4107 / 1-00
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 2976, Longview, Texas 75606, (903) 242-4800
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 the hints below, consult your dealer or service
center.
WARNING: under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate
the warranty.
The model and production numbers are located on the bottom of the clock radio.
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