PHILIPS TAR2506-37 Portable FM-MW Analog Radio User Manual

June 4, 2024
Philips

TAR2506-37 Portable FM-MW Analog Radio
User ManualPHILIPS TAR2506 37 Portable FM MW Analog
Radio

Portable Radio
2000 Series
R2506

TAR2506-37 Portable FM-MW Analog Radio

User manual
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Important

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 the 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).

FCC information
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
IC-Canada: CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B) This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference.
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Your Portable Radio

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Introduction
With this portable radio, you can listen to FM/AM radio
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:

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

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Overview of the portable radio

  1. Telescopic antenna
    – improves FM reception.

  2. TUNING
    – in FM/AM mode, fine-tunes a station.

  3. Volume / On-off
    – switch on the set.
    – adjusts the sound level.

  4. TONE
    – selects NEWS or MUSIC mode.
    – 3.5 mm headphones socket.

  5. Band selector
    – selects the waveband: FM or AM.

  6. Battery compartment

  7. AC IN
    – 110-120V, 50/60 HzPHILIPS TAR2506 37 Portable FM MW Analog Radio - fig
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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.PHILIPS TAR2506 37 Portable FM MW Analog Radio - fig
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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.PHILIPS
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Listen to FM/AM 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 AM.
  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.

Product information

• Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Power

Battery type| D SIZE(LR20)
Battery voltage| 1.5V
Number of batteries| 2
AC input| 110-120V, 50/60 Hz
Tuner/Reception/Transmission
Tuner bands| FM 88 – 108 MHz
AM 520 – 1700 kHz
Sound
Sound system| Mono
Volume control| Rotary (analog)
Output power| 300 mW RMS
Connectivity
Audio/Video output| Audio/Video output Headphones (3.5mm)

General information

Dimensions (W x H x D) 210 x 149x 67 mm
Weight (Main unit) 668.4 g
  • The power cord and Connector need to the MM-013B model of DONGGUAN MEIMENG ELECTRONIC Co., Ltd that comes with this product.

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.

2022 © MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem have 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.
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