Philips Clock Radio 3000 Series

1 Important Safety Information

Safety

⚠️ Warning

• Never remove the casing of this clock radio.
• Never lubricate any part of this clock radio.
• Never place this clock radio on other electrical equipment.
• Keep this clock radio away from direct sunlight, naked flames or heat.
• Make sure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the clock radio from the power.

• 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 clock 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.

❗ Caution - Battery Usage

To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the clock 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 clock radio shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do not place any sources of danger on the clock radio (e.g. liquid filled 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.

2 Your Clock Radio

Introduction

With this clock radio, you can:

• Listen to FM radio.
• Set two alarms to ring at different times.

What's in the box

Check and identify the contents of your package:

• Main unit
• AC power adaptor
• Quick start guide
• Safety and Warranty leaflet

Overview of the Clock Radio

The clock radio features the following controls and indicators:

• [1] Power Button: Turn on or switch to standby.
• [2] PRESET / SET TIME Button: Store radio stations in memory, select a preset radio station, or set the time.
• [3] HR / MIN / TUN Buttons: Tune to FM radio stations or set the hour and minute for time/alarms.
• [4] SNOOZE / SLEEP Button: Activate snooze function when alarm sounds, or set the sleep timer.
• [5] Display Panel: Shows current status, time, and radio frequency.
• [6] AL1 / AL2 / - VOL + Buttons: Set alarms or adjust the volume.

Diagram Description: A front view of the Philips Clock Radio showing the speaker grille, display panel showing '12:38', and various buttons labeled SET TIME, PRESET, TUN, VOL, AL1, AL2, SNOOZE, SLEEP. The numbered controls [1] through [6] are indicated with lines pointing to the corresponding buttons or areas on the device. A separate illustration shows the AC power adapter and the quick start guide and safety leaflet.

3 Get Started

Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.

Install Batteries

The batteries can only back up clock and alarm settings.

❗ 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.

Insert 2 AAA batteries (not provided) with correct polarity (+/-) as illustrated.

Diagram Description: The back of the clock radio is shown with the battery compartment cover open. Two AAA batteries are being inserted, showing the correct + and - orientation.

Connect Power

❗ Caution

• 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 adaptor, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord.
• Use only the AC power adapter specified in the manufacturer or sold with this unit.

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

Set Time

ℹ️ Note: You can only set time in standby mode.

1. In standby mode, press and hold SET TIME for 2 seconds.
2. Press HR to set hour and MIN to set minute, then press SET TIME to confirm.

The time is set.

4 Listen to FM Radio

ℹ️ 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 FM antenna.

Tune to FM Radio Stations

1. Press [Power] to turn on the clock radio.
2. Press and hold [TUN] for 2 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] repeatedly to select a frequency.

ℹ️ Note: The tuning grid of the clock radio is 50KHz; the radio frequency on the display panel will increase 0.1MHz by pressing TUN twice.

Store FM Radio Stations Manually

ℹ️ Note: You can store a maximum of 10 FM radio stations.

1. Tune to an FM radio station.
2. Press and hold PRESET for 2 seconds to activate programming mode. The preset number begins to blink.
3. Press [TUN] repeatedly to select a number.
4. Press PRESET again to confirm.
5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store more FM radio stations.

? Tip: To remove a pre-stored station, store another station in its place.

Select a Preset Radio Station

In FM tuner mode, press PRESET repeatedly to select a preset number.

Adjust Volume

While listening, press - VOL + to adjust volume.

5 Other Features

Set Alarm Time

ℹ️ Note:

• You can only set the alarm in standby mode.
• Make sure that you have set the clock correctly.

1. In standby mode, press and hold AL1 or AL2 for 2 seconds to set alarm time.
2. Press HR to set hour and MIN to set minute, then press AL1 or AL2 to confirm.

? Tip: The unit exits alarm setting mode when being idle for 10 seconds.

The alarm repeats ringing for the next day. To stop the alarm, press the corresponding AL1 or AL2.

Snooze the Alarm

When the alarm sounds, press SNOOZE. The alarm snoozes and repeats ringing 9 minutes later.

Set Sleep Timer

This clock radio can switch to standby mode automatically after a preset period.

• Press SLEEP repeatedly 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 repeatedly until [OFF] appears.

Diagram Description: A visual representation of the sleep timer countdown: 120 → 90 → 60 → 30 → 15 → OFF.

Select Alarm Source

You can select FM radio or buzzer as the alarm source by pressing AL1 or AL2 in standby mode. The corresponding alarm icon lights up.

ℹ️ Note: The gentle wake-up function is designed for FM radio source only.

Activate/Deactivate Alarm Timer

Press AL1 or AL2 repeatedly to activate or deactivate the alarm timer.

• If the alarm timer is activated, the alarm indicator turns on.
• If the alarm timer is deactivated, the alarm indicator turns off.

6 Product Information

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

Amplifier

Tuner (FM)

General Information

7 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.

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.

8 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 BV 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.

Symbol Description: The CE mark is present.

This product is designed and manufactured with high-quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.

Symbol Description: A symbol indicating the product must not be discarded as household waste and should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling.

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.

Symbol Description: A symbol indicating the product contains batteries covered by European Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste.

Inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products and batteries. Follow local rules.

Removing the Disposal Batteries: To remove the disposable batteries, see the battery install section.

Copyright and Trademark Information: © 2020 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. Model/Version: TAR3205_3305_12_UM_V1.0