TAR4650
Clock Radio
User manual
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6 Listen to FM radio 10
Tune to FM radio stations 10
Store FM radio stations automatically 10
Store FM radio stations manually 10
Select a preset radio station 10
Show menu in FM mode 11
Show RDS information 11
7 Other features 12
USB-type C port for charging out 12
8 Product speci�cations 12
9 Troubleshooting 13
10 Notice 13
Compliance 13
1 Important 2
Safety 2
2 Your clock radio 3
Introduction 3
What's in the box 3
Overview of the clock radio 4
3 Get started 5
Install batteries 5
Connect power 5
Turn on/Switch to standby 5
Adjust volume 5
Adjust display brightness 5
4 Clock/Alarm setting 6
Automatically setting the clock 6
Manually setting the clock 6
Show menu 6
Set alarm time 7
Activate/deactivate alarm timer 7
Snooze the alarm 7
Stop alarm sounds 7
Set sleep timer 7
5 Listen to DAB radio 8
Tune to DAB radio stations 8
Store DAB radio stations 8
Select a preset radio station 8
Show DAB information 9
Show menu in DAB mode 9
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Contents
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1 Important
Safety
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Read these instructions.
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Heed all warnings.
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Follow all instructions.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampli�ers) that produce
heat.
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Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the clock radio.
Only use attachments/accessories speci�ed
by the manufacturer.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to quali�ed 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.
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Battery usage CAUTION - To prevent battery
leakage which may result in bodily injury,
property damage, or damage to the clock
radio:
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Do not replace a battery with an incorrect type
that can defeat a safeguard (for example, some
lithium battery types).
Leaving a battery in an extremely high
temperature surrounding, or an extremely low
air pressure environment may result in an
explosion or leakage of �ammable liquid or
gas.
Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked
on the unit.
Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the
remote control (if included) is not to be used
for a long time.
Batteries contain chemical substances. They
should be disposed of properly.
If you suspect that a battery has been
swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
When you change the batteries, always keep
all new and used batteries out of reach of
children. Ensure that the battery compartment
is completely secure after you replace the
battery.
If the battery compartment cannot be
completely secured, discontinue use of the
product. Keep out of reach of children and
contact the manufacturer.
This clock radio shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
Do not place any sources of danger on the
clock radio (e.g. liquid �lled objects, lighted
candles).
Where the plug of the Direct Plug-in Adapter
is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix
alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or recharge-
able (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if batteries are
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type.
Battery in extreme high or low temperatures
during use, storage or transportation, and low
air pressure at high altitude can pose safety
hazards.
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Your clock radio
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Introduction
With this clock radio, you can
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listen to FM and Digital Audio Broadcasting
(DAB) radio;
What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
• Main unit
• Power adaptor
• Charge cable
• Multi-cable
• Quick start guide
• Safey sheet
• Warranty
set two alarms to ring at different times;
charge your mobile devices.
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TAR4650/10
Note
• Power adaptor quantity and plug type vary by regions.
Images, illustrations and drawings shown on this user
manual are for reference only. actual product may vary
in appearance.
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Safety
information
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Overview of the clock radio
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PRESET / BACK
• Store radio stations in memory.
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Select a preset radio station.
Back to previous menu.
Exit menu setting.
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HOUR / TUN
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Tune to a radio stations.
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Select previous preset station.
Select a menu option.
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Set hour.
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SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS
• Snooze alarm.
• Adjust display brightness.
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SCAN / ENTER
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Scan and store radio stations automatically.
Enter selected menu item list.
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Display panel
• Display current status.
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ALR 1
• Set alarm.
VOL
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Adjust volume.
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• Set alarm.
ALR 2
MENU / INFO
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Info display.
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Enter menu setting.
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Tune to a radio stations.•
Select next preset station.
Select a menu option.
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Set minute.
MIN / TUN
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SLEEP
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Set the sleep timer.
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VOL
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Adjust volume.
USB-type C charging out port
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Charge your mobile devices.
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DC IN
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Connect to the supplied power adaptor.
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DAB/FM Antenna
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/ DAB / FM
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Turn on or switch to standby.
Switch to DAB/FM source.
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Get started
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in
The batteries can only back up clock and alarm
settings.
sequence.
Install batteries
Caution
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Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power
voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the
back or underside of the clock radio.
• Risk of electrical shock! When you unplug the power
cord, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull
the cord.
Connect power
Caution
• Risk of explosion! Keep the batteries away from heat,
sunshine or �re. Never discard batteries in �re.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should
be disposed of properly.
• Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon
zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the set.
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The type plate is located at the bottom of the clock
radio.
Open the battery compartment at the
bottom of the unit.
Insert 2 pcs AAA batteries (not supplied) with
correct polarity (+/-) as indicated, then close the
battery compartment.
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Turn on/Switch to
standby
Adjust volume
While listening, press VOL /VOL to adjust
volume.
Connect the power adapter to the wall outlet.
Note
• Power adaptor quantity and plug type vary by regions.
Images, illustrations and drawings shown on this user
manual are for reference only. actual product may vary
in appearance.
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Adjust display brightness
Press BRIGHTNESS to select different brightness
levels or turn off the display screen:
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High
Medium
Low
Off
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Press to turn the unit on.
The radio switches to the last selected source.
Press for 3 seconds to switch the unit to
Standby.
The time and date (if set) are displayed.
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Clock/Alarm setting
In DAB/FM RDS station, the unit can synchronize
with time transmitted by DAB/FM RDS station
(with CT information) automatically.
Automatically setting the
clock
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Press MENU to access the Clock setting.
Press ENTER to enter <Set Date&Time>.
Press
TUN /TUN to select <Auto>, then
press
ENTER to con�rm.
Press BACK to exit the setup mode.
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Manually setting the clock
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Press MENU to access the Clock setting.
Press ENTER to enter <Set Date&Time>.
Press
TUN /TUN to select <Manual>,
then press ENTER to con�rm, the month will
blink.
Press
TUN /TUN to set month, then press
ENTER to con�rm, the day will blink.
Press
TUN /TUN to set day, then press
ENTER to con�rm, the year will blink.
Press
TUN /TUN to set year, then press
ENTER to con�rm, the time will blink.
Press HOUR to set hour and press MIN to set
minute, then press
ENTER to con�rm.
The time is set.
Press BACK to exit the setup mode.
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Press MENU to access the Clock setting.
Press
TUN /TUN to select <Time Format>,
then press ENTER to con�rm.
Press
TUN /TUN to set <12H>/<24H>
hour format,
then press ENTER to con�rm.
Press BACK to exit the setup mode.
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Set time format
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Press MENU to access the Clock setting.
Press
TUN /TUN to select <Date Format>,
then press ENTER to con�rm.
Press
TUN /TUN to set <MM-DD-YYYY>,
<DD-MM-YYYY> or <YYYY-MM-DD> date
format,
then press ENTER to con�rm.
Press BACK to exit the setup mode.
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Set date format
Press MENU to access Clock setting.
Press TUN /TUN to select a menu option,
and then press ENTER to con�rm the option or
enter the lower-level menu.
[Set Date&Time]: to set date, time.
[Time Format]: to select time format.
[Date Format]: to select date format.
Repeat steps 2 if any sub-option is available
under one option.
Press BACK to return to the previous menu or
exit the menu.
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If no button is pressed within 30 seconds, the menu exits.
Press and hold BACK for 3 seconds to exit the menu.
Show menu
When the unit in standby mode, you can access the
menu for control options.
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Set Date&Time
Time Format
Date Format
Auto
Manual
12H
24H
MM-DD-YYYY
DD-MM-YYYY
YYYY-MM-DD
Clock setting
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lf no button is pressed in approx 30 seconds, the unit
exits clock setting mode automatically.
Press and hold BACK for 3 seconds to exit timer setting
mode without storing.
Set sleep timer
This clock radio can switch to standby mode
automatically after a preset period.
• Press SLEEP to select a period (in minutes).
The clock radio switches to standby mode
automatically after the preset period.
To deactivate the sleep timer:
• Press SLEEP until [OFF] (off) appears.
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Press and hold ALR 1 or ALR 2 for 3 seconds to
activated the alarm setup mode, the icon or
and alarm time will blink.
Press
HOUR to set hour and press MIN to set
minute, then press
ALR 1 or ALR 2 to con�rm,
the icon or and alarm period
will blink.
Press TUN
/TUN to select alarm period
(ONCE, DAILY, WEEKDAY, WEEKEND), then
press
ALR 1 or ALR 2 to con�rm, the icon
or and
alarm source will blink.
Press TUN
/TUN to select alarm source
(Buzzer, DAB or FM station), then press
ALR 1
or ALR 2 to con�rm.
If DAB or FM is selected as the alarm source,
the icon or and
station preset number
will blink, press TUN /TUN to select DAB
or FM preset radio station, then press
ALR 1
or ALR 2 to con�rm.
Set alarm time
Stop alarm sounds
When the alarm sounds, press or corresponding
ALR 1/ALR 2.
the alarm stops but the alarm settings remain.
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Make sure that you have set the clock correctly.
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Tip
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The unit exits alarm setting mode when being idle for
30 seconds.
If DAB/FM source is selected and not preset the station,
Buzzer is activated automatically.
Alarm timeout is 60 minutes if no user action.
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Activate/deactivate alarm
timer
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Snooze the alarm
When the alarm sounds, press SNOOZE.
The alarm snoozes and repeats ringing 10
minutes later.
Press ALR 1 or ALR 2 to activate or deactivate the
alarm timer.
If the alarm timer is activated, the icon or
and alarm information will appear.
If the alarm timer is deactivated, the icon or
and alarm information will disappear.
• During alarm snooze time, press SNOOZE to
select another period (in minutes) to ringing
gain.
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Note
• After 3 seconds, preset radio station will be con�rm
automatically.
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Listen to DAB radio
Note
• Keep the clock radio away from other electronic devices
to avoid radio interference.
• For better reception, fully extend and adjust the position
of the DAB/FM antenna.
Tune to DAB radio stations
To tune to a station from the available station
list:
Tip
• To remove a pre-stored station, store another station
in its place.
Tip
• The stations may change from time to time. To update
the station list, press and hold SCAN for 3 seconds to
perform full scan.
Store DAB radio stations
Note
• You can store a maximum of 20 DAB radio stations.
1 In DAB mode, tune to a DAB radio station.
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Press and hold PRESET for 3 seconds to activate
programming mode.
The “Preset Store” is displayed.
The preset number begins to blink.
The “Stored” is displayed.
The station is stored in the selected position.
3 Press TUN /TUN to select a number.
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Press PRESET again to con�rm.
2 Press ENTER to con�rm.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store more DAB radio
stations.
Press TUN /TUN to navigate through the
available DAB stations.
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[Scanning] is displayed.
The station list is memorized in the radio.
Next time when you turn on the radio, the
station scan does not take place.
The radio scans and stores all the DAB radio
stations automatically, and then broadcasts
the �rst available station.
Press DAB/FM to select DAB mode.
The �rst time you select DAB radio mode, or if the
station list is empty, the radio performs a full scan
automatically.
Select a preset radio
station
In DAB mode, press PRESET to select a preset
number.
Option A:
1 In DAB mode, press PRESET.
2 Press TUN /TUN to select a preset radio
station.
Option B:
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Show menu in DAB mode
Press MENU to access DAB menu.
Press TUN /TUN to select a menu option,
and then press ENTER to con�rm the option or
enter the lower-level menu.
[Full scan]: to perform full scan
[Manual tune]: tune to a speci�c channel
/frequency manually and add it to the
station list.
[Prune]: remove all the invalid stations from the
station list.
[DRC level]: compress the dynamic range of a
radio signal, so that the volume of quiet sounds
is increased, and the volume of loud sounds is
reduced.
[Clock setting]: to set date, time and select time,
date format.
[System]: for display the current version of the
�rmware and for reset all radio settings to the
factory default status.
Repeat steps 2 if any sub-option is available under
one option.
Press BACK to return to the previous menu or exit
the menu.
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When you listen to DAB, you can access the menu
for control options.
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Yes
No
5A 174.928MHz
5B 176.640MHz
5C 178.352MHz
Yes
No
Off
High
Low
Set Date&Time
Time Format
Date Format
Reset
Version
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Auto
Manual
12H
24H
MM-DD-YYYY
DD-MM-YYYY
YYYY-MM-DD
DAB Menu
Full scan
Manual tune
Prune
DRC level
Clock setting
System
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If no button is pressed within 30 seconds, the menu exits.
Press and hold BACK for 3 seconds to exit the menu.
While listening to DAB radio, press and hold INFO
for 3 seconds to display the following information
(if available):
DAB or DAB+
Station Name
Scrolling text
Programme type
Multiplex name
Channel
Frequency
Mode : Transfer speed
Mode : Channel type
Signal quality
Show DAB information
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Listen to FM radio
Note
• Keep the clock radio away from other electronic
devices to avoid radio interference.
• For better reception, fully extend and adjust the
position of the DAB/FM antenna.
Tune to FM radio stations
1 Press DAB/FM to select FM mode.
2 Press and hold TUN /TUN for 3 seconds.
The clock radio tunes to a station with
strong reception automatically.
3 Repeat Step 2 to tune to more radio stations.
To tune to a station manually:
Press TUN /TUN to select a frequency.
Note
• The tuning grid of the clock radio is 50KHz, the radio
frequency on the display panel will increase 0.05MHz
by pressing TUN /TUN .
Tip
• To remove a pre-stored station, store another station
in its place.
Store FM radio stations
automatically
Store FM radio stations
manually
In FM tuner mode, press and hold SCAN for
3 seconds.
The unit stores all the available FM radio
stations automatically and broadcasts the
�rst station.
Note
• You can store a maximum of 20 FM radio stations.
1 In FM tuner mode, tune to an FM radio station.
2 Press and hold PRESET for 3 seconds to activate
programming mode.
The preset number begins to blink.
3 Press TUN /TUN to select a number.
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Press PRESET again to con�rm.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store more FM radio
stations.
Note
• After 3 seconds, preset radio station will be con�rm
automatically.
Select a preset radio
station
In FM tuner mode, press PRESET to select a preset
number.
Option A:
1 In FM tuner mode, press PRESET.
2 Press TUN /TUN to select a preset radio
station.
Option B:
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Press MENU to access FM menu.
Press TUN /TUN to select a menu option,
and then press ENTER to con�rm the option or
enter the lower-level menu.
[Clock setting]: to set date, time and select time,
date format.
[System]: for display the current version of the
�rmware and for reset all radio settings to the
factory default status.
Repeat steps 2 if any sub-option is available under
one option.
Press BACK to return to the previous menu or exit
the menu.
Note
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If no button is pressed within 30 seconds, the menu exits.
Press and hold BACK for 3 seconds to exit the menu.
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Show RDS information
Station name
Program type such as [NEWS](news),
Frequency,[SPOR T](sport),
[POP M] (pop music)...
Time
Text
RDS (Radio Data System) is a service that allows FM
stations to show additional information.
Tune to an RDS station.
Press and hold INFO for 3 seconds to displayed
the followinginformation(if available):
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Show menu in FM mode
When you listen to FM, you can access the menu
for control options.
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Set Date&Time
Time Format
Date Format
Reset
Version
Auto
Manual
12H
24H
MM-DD-YYYY
DD-MM-YYYY
YYYY-MM-DD
FM Menu
Clock setting
System
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Product
speci�cations
Note
• Product information is subject to change without prior
notice.
Output Power
Tuner
Ampli�er
Tuning Range(FM)
Tuning Range(DAB)
87.5-108 MHz
174-240 MHz
(Band III)
Charging out
Tuning Grid 50 KHz
Sensitivity
- Mono, 26 dB S/N Ratio
<22 dBf
Total Harmonic Distortion <10%
Signal to Noise Ratio
>50 dBA
General information
USB-type C charging port
Power Supply 5.0V 3.0A
5.0V 2.0A
Operation Power
Consumption
<1.5 W
Standby Power
Consumption
<1 W
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
103x103.5x103 mm
Weight
(Main unit)
375g
Connect the standard size end of a USB cable to
the USB-type C Port on back of the unit and
connect the other end to the charging port on
your device.
USB- type C port for
charging out
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Other features
RMS 700mW @10% THD;
Max.1.4W
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Troubleshooting
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Notice
Warning
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Never remove the casing of the product.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair
the device yourself. If you encounter problems
when using this device, check the following
points before requesting service. If the problem
remains unsolved, go to the Philips webpage
www.philips.com/support. When you contact
Philips, make sure that the device is nearby
and the model number and serial number are
available.
No power
• Make sure that the AC power plug of the unit
is connected properly.
• Make sure that there is power at the AC outlet.
No sound
• Adjust the volume.
No response from the unit
• Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug,
then turn on the unit again.
Poor radio reception
• Keep the clock radio away from other
electronic devices to avoid radio interference.
• Fully extend and adjust the position of the
antenna.
Alarm does not work
• Set the clock/alarm correctly.
Clock/alarm setting erased
• Power has been interrupted or the power
plug has been disconnected.
• Reset the clock/alarm.
• Replace the backup batteries.
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This symbol means the product must
not be discarded as household waste
and should be delivered to an
appropriate collection facility for
recycling. Follow local rules and never
dispose of the product and rechargeable
batteries with normal household waste.
Correct disposal of old products and
rechargeable batteries helps prevent
negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
This symbol means that the product
contains batteries covered by European
Regulation 2023/1542 which cannot be
disposed of with normal household
waste. Inform yourself about the the
local separate collection system for
electrical and electronic collection system
for electrical and electronic products and
batteries. Follow local rules and never
dispose of the product and batteries with
normal household waste. Correct
disposal of old products and batteries
helps prevent negative consequences for
the environment and human health.
Compliance
Any changes or modi�cations made to this
device that are not expressly approved by
MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited may void
the user’s authority to operate the product.
Hereby, TP Vision Europe B.V. declares that
this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 2014/53/
EU and UK
Radio Equipment Regulations SI 2017 No
1206
. You can
�nd the Declaration of
Conformity on
www.philips.com/support.
This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the
European Community.
This product is designed and
manufactured with high-quality
materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
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MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited. All rights reserved. Speci�cations are subject to change without notice.
Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used
under license. This product has been manufactured by and is sold under the responsibility of MMD Hong
Kong Holding Limited or one of its affiliates, and MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited is the warrantor in
relation to this product.
