Philips Portable Radio 2000 Series R2506

1 Important Safety Information

Safety

• Read these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the portable radio.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• 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.
• Battery usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the portable radio:
• Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit.
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
• The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• This portable radio shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do not place any sources of danger on the portable radio (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles).

Notice

Any changes or modifications 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. You can find 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. ♻️

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 Directive 2013/56/EU which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Inform yourself about 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.

2 Your Portable Radio

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Introduction

With this portable radio, you can listen to FM/MW radio.

What's in the box

Check and identify the contents of your package:

• Main unit
• Power cord
• Quick start guide
• Safety sheet
• Warranty

Overview of the portable radio

1. Telescopic antenna: improves FM reception.
2. TUNING: in FM/MW mode, fine tunes a station.
3. Volume / On off: switch on the set and adjust the sound level.
4. TONE: selects NEWS or MUSIC mode.
5. Headphones socket: 3.5 mm headphones socket.
6. Band selector: selects the waveband: FM or MW.
7. Battery compartment
8. AC IN: for 220-240V 50-60Hz power connection.

3 Get started

Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.

Install batteries

! Caution

• Risk of explosion! Keep the batteries away from heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries in fire.
• 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.

Insert 2 x 1.5V R20/UM1/D batteries (not provided) with correct polarity (+/-) as illustrated.

[Diagram showing battery installation with positive and negative terminals indicated]

Connect power

Connect the supplied AC power cord to:

• the AC MAINS jack on the main unit.
• the wall outlet.

! Caution

• Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or underside of the portable radio.
• Risk of electrical shock! When you unplug the power cord, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord.

Note: The type plate is located at the bottom of the portable radio.

[Diagram showing AC power cord connection to the unit and wall outlet]

4 Listen to FM/MW Radio

Note: Keep the portable radio away from other electronic devices to avoid radio interference. For better reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the FM antenna.

Tune to radio stations

1. Turn the Volume/On off control to switch on the set.
2. Set the band selector to FM or MW.
3. Select your station using the TUNING control.
4. To switch off the radio, turn the Volume/On off control to OFF.

Adjust volume

Adjust the sound with the Volume/On off control.

Connecting to headphones

You can connect headphones to the headphone socket. The loudspeakers will then be switched off.

5 Product information

Note: Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Power

Tuner/Reception/Transmission

Sound

Connectivity

General information

6 Troubleshooting

Warning

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.
• Batteries may be dead or incorrectly inserted. -> Insert (fresh) batteries correctly.

No sound

• Adjust the volume.
• Check if headphones are connected to the set. If yes, disconnect the headphones.

Poor radio reception

• Fully extend and adjust the position of the antenna.